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alarming Synonyms

Another word for alarming

Choosing another word for alarming that fits your sentence is easier when synonyms and similar words are paired with an exact adjective definition and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Worrying or disturbing; causing a sudden sense of fear, anxiety, or danger.

Usage Example

"The rainforest is disappearing at an frightening rate due to widespread deforestation."

Strongest
frightening
disturbing
worrying
Strong
troubling
startling
unsettling
distressing
shocking
unnerving
disquieting

Opposites of alarming

The opposite of alarming shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

reassuring
comforting
calming
soothing
encouraging
heartening
consoling
See all opposites of alarming

• Nearby Words

alarm
alarmed
alarmedly
alarming
alarmingly
alarmism
alarmist

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Alarming. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/alarming
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