alarmism
Translation
scaremongering, exaggerated warning
Examples
The media was accused of alarmism.
The media was accused of alarmism.
Grammar Patterns
to be accused of ((alarmism)) The government was accused of alarmism.
Similar Words
Synonyms: scaremongering, panic-mongering; Antonyms: reassurance, calmness
Etymology
From 'alarm' + '-ism', a suffix indicating a practice, system, or doctrine.
Memory Tips
'Alarmism' is the 'ism' (the practice or belief) of spreading 'alarms', often unnecessarily.