Meaning of the word alarmist in English
What does alarmist mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
alarmist
US /əˈlɑːr.mɪst/
UK /əˈlɑː.mɪst/
Noun
a person who habitually spreads alarming rumors or who is unduly anxious about future events
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Critics dismissed her as an alarmist, but her predictions eventually came true.
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He was accused of being an alarmist for constantly warning about economic collapse.
Adjective
causing unnecessary fear or anxiety
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The media's coverage of the event was overly alarmist.
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His speech contained many alarmist statements about the future.