alarmingness
|a-larm-ing-ness|
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/əˈlɑːrmɪŋnəs/
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/əˈlɑːmɪŋnəs/
(alarming)
causing concern
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alarmingness' originates from the English word 'alarming,' which is derived from the verb 'alarm,' meaning 'to frighten or disturb.'
Historical Evolution
'alarming' changed from the Old French word 'alarmer,' which was derived from the Italian 'all'arme,' meaning 'to arms.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to call to arms,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'causing fear or concern.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality or state of being alarming.
The alarmingness of the situation was evident to everyone.
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Last updated: 2025/06/12 11:51