alarmism

American  

[uh-lahrm-iz-uhm] / əˈlɑrmˌɪz əm /

noun

1. the tendency to raise alarms without sufficient reason or cause, such as by exaggerating danger or the likelihood of disaster.

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Other Word Forms

• alarmist noun

Example Sentences

Despite its note of alarmism, the Economist article mentioned above asks that question in entirely reasonable terms.

From Salon

Despite accusations of alarmism, the messaging appeared to have a limited impact on the public, with few signs of panic-buying in Swedish supermarkets.

From BBC

A warning to Swedes from two top defence officials to prepare for war has prompted concern and accusations of alarmism.

From BBC

Despite the steady stream of alarmism from Douthat and his ilk, it can often seem that babies are the most powerful lobby in America.

From Washington Post

Dr. Bongard, as well as a number of other scientists in the field, thought that the letter calling for a pause in research could bring about uninformed alarmism.

From New York Times