as in frightened
filled with fear or dread
the Mohawks were the trapper's friends, so he was not the least bit alarmed at the sight of the band of Mohawk hunters
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also alarumed
1
as in scared
to strike with fear
I don't want to alarm you, but I think you should know there's a bear on your back porch
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2
as in worried
to trouble the mind of; to make uneasy
alarmed at the skyrocketing cost of home heating fuel
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Recent Examples of alarmed
Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 17 Apr. 2025
My community is deeply alarmed at the rise of antisemitism on college campuses, city streets and online since the Oct. 7, 2023, attacks in Israel.
—Ari Hart, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2025
Others are more alarmed and have pushed for a more aggressive response.
—Laura Gamboa, Foreign Affairs, 31 Mar. 2025
When asked about the overall situation in a press conference shortly after the last international break in November, Nuno seemed almost alarmed that the subject had been brought up, as if speaking about it would jinx their luck.
—Paul Taylor, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
McCabe, who is in her 50s, has a chronic condition known as Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS), and immediately became alarmed.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 17 Apr. 2025
My community is deeply alarmed at the rise of antisemitism on college campuses, city streets and online since the Oct. 7, 2023, attacks in Israel.
—Ari Hart, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2025
Others are more alarmed and have pushed for a more aggressive response.
—Laura Gamboa, Foreign Affairs, 31 Mar. 2025
When asked about the overall situation in a press conference shortly after the last international break in November, Nuno seemed almost alarmed that the subject had been brought up, as if speaking about it would jinx their luck.
—Paul Taylor, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for alarmed
Adjective
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These failures in public safety have led to stories from frightened educators, anxious students, and unsafe conditions for our city’s public school communities.—
Savanah Jackson,
New York Daily News,
27 Apr. 2025
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Were there any moments on set where people were seriously quite frightened?—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
18 Apr. 2025
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The business community is also bracing for potential impacts, with some worried that the new tolls could discourage shoppers and visitors, potentially leading to reduced foot traffic and sales in the affected areas.—
Jack Kelly,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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Overall, the stock market had a strong 2024, even as Americans worried about the economy.—
Lev Akabas,
Sportico.com,
5 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Too often, people are afraid to raise their hands for help.—
Nell Derick Debevoise,
Forbes.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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Hairston impressed at the combine in Indianapolis by running a 4.28 40-yard dash and has the speed to keep everything in front while not being afraid to get physical.—
Bryce Lazenby,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Thus, there’s little sense in getting spooked in the pre-Christmas months; when ad rates are negligible, the cost of doling out any necessary audience deficiency units isn’t exactly going to break the bank.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
27 Dec. 2024
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The points deductions given to Everton and Nottingham Forest last season seem to have also spooked clubs into being extra cautious around PSR.—
Patrick Boyland,
The Athletic,
26 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Business buyers aren’t scared of founders with strong personal brands.—
Lien De Pau,
Forbes.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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The cat may be scared, lonely, losing senses, or in pain.—
Tom Rogers,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Apr. 2025
Verb
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This edition upset the Flames in the first round, winning Game 7 in double OT to capture the series despite being outscored 35-26.—
Sean McIndoe,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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That is likely to diminish the chances of an American Pope, particularly as there’s already reportedly concern that doing so would upset the global balance of power.—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
30 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Merz, visibly shocked, rose to confer with colleagues.—
Kirsti Knolle,
USA Today,
7 May 2025
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The co-worker’s laughter turned into a shocked expression after seeing the winning ticket.—
Mike Stunson,
Kansas City Star,
6 May 2025
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“Alarmed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alarmed. Accessed 13 May. 2025.
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