alarmist
Americannoun
adjective
noun
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a person who alarms or attempts to alarm others needlessly or without due grounds
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a person who is easily alarmed
adjective
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Example Sentences
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“We’re not trying to be alarmist, but there’s a substantial number of people who will be losing coverage,” said Paul Shafer, the study’s lead author.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 22, 2026
He advised limiting exposure to alarmist content, discussing any concerns with trusted friends or family and seeking help from a GP if anxiety begins to affect daily life, wellbeing or relationships.
From BBC ● Sep. 20, 2026
When something speeds up and gets out of control, it isn’t alarmist to demand prudence and deliberation.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 10, 2026
Sam Roggeveen, the director of the Lowy Institute's International Security Program, told AFP the report was "neither hawkish nor dovish, neither alarmist nor complacent".
From Barron's ● Jun. 14, 2026
“I don’t want to be an alarmist, but I know of nothing humans can do to return the moon to its orbit.”
From "The Dead and the Gone" by Susan Beth Pfeffer
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