Alarming

Pronunciation: /əˈlɑrmɪŋ/

Definitions of alarming

adjective causing fear or distress; frightening or disturbing

Example Sentences

A1 The loud noise was alarming to the little girl.

A2 The sudden change in weather was alarming to the hikers.

B1 The alarming increase in pollution levels is a cause for concern.

B2 The alarming number of accidents on this road has prompted officials to take action.

C1 The alarming rate of deforestation in the Amazon is a global issue.

C2 The alarming lack of progress in addressing climate change is a major challenge for world leaders.

Examples of alarming in a Sentence

formal The alarming increase in pollution levels is a cause for concern among environmentalists.

informal It's really alarming how fast prices are rising these days.

slang The number of accidents on that road is just plain alarming.

figurative The sudden drop in sales was an alarming wake-up call for the company.

Grammatical Forms of alarming

• past tense: alarmed
• plural: alarmings
• comparative: more alarming
• superlative: most alarming
• present tense: alarms
• future tense: will alarm
• perfect tense: have alarmed
• continuous tense: is alarming
• singular: alarming
• positive degree: alarming
• infinitive: to alarm
• gerund: alarming
• participle: alarmed

Origin and Evolution of alarming

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'alarming' is derived from the Old French word 'alarmer' which means 'to excite to action'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe causing someone to take action, the word 'alarming' has evolved to signify causing fear or distress due to a perceived threat or danger.