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Alarmingly - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Alarmingly is an adverb that describes something done in a way that causes worry, fear, or concern. It often emphasizes a surprising or unsettling degree of something, such as The temperature rose alarmingly fast.

alarmingly

/əˈlɑrmɪŋli/ /əˈlɑːmɪŋli/

Definition:

In a way that causes worry or fear due to being unexpected or dangerous.

Synonyms:

disturbingly, shockingly, frighteningly, startlingly

Part of Speech:

adverb

Antonyms:

reassuringly, comfortingly

Common Collocations:

alarmingly high, alarmingly fast, alarmingly low, alarmingly common

Derivatives:

alarming, alarmed, alarms

Usage Tips:

Use "alarmingly" to emphasize how surprising or concerning something is, often before adjectives like "high" or "low."

Common Phrases:

alarmingly true, alarmingly close, alarmingly real

Etymology:

Derived from "alarm," from Italian "all'arme," meaning "to arms" or a warning of danger.

Examples:

  • 1. The crime rate has risen alarmingly in recent months.
  • 2. Her temperature dropped alarmingly during the night.
  • 3. The car sped away alarmingly fast after the robbery.
  • 4. The test results were alarmingly low for his age group.

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