caring

/ˈkɛə.ɹɪŋ/

To be concerned (about), to have an interest (in); to feel concern (about).

"She doesn't care what you think." "I don't care, I'm still going."

(polite) To want, to desire; to like; to be inclined towards.

I don't care to hear your opinion.

(with for) To look after or look out for.

He cared for his mother while she was sick.

To mind; to object.