panicmonger
|pan-ic-mong-er|
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/ˈpænɪkˌmʌŋɡər/
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/ˈpænɪkˌmʌŋɡə/
fear spreader
Etymology
Etymology Information
'panicmonger' originates from the combination of 'panic' and 'monger', where 'panic' refers to sudden fear and 'monger' means a dealer or trader.
Historical Evolution
'panicmonger' evolved from the combination of the words 'panic' and 'monger' in English, maintaining its meaning of someone who spreads fear.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a trader of panic', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person who spreads fear or alarm'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who spreads fear or alarm, often unnecessarily.
The media was accused of being a panicmonger during the crisis.
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Last updated: 2025/07/16 15:46