noun

alarmism

alarmism

The media was accused of alarmism about the virus.

The media was accused of alarmism about the virus.

alarmism ((about sth.)) alarmism about something The media was accused of alarmism about the virus.

Synonyms: scaremongering, panic-mongering; Antonyms: complacency, optimism

From 'alarm' + '-ism' (a practice, system, or doctrine). It signifies the practice of causing unnecessary alarm.

Think of someone whose 'ism' or belief system is to constantly sound the 'alarm', often without sufficient reason.

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