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Definition of alarmist adjective from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

alarmist

adjective
 
/əˈlɑːmɪst/
 
/əˈlɑːrmɪst/
(disapproving)
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  1. causing unnecessary fear and worry
    • A spokesperson for the food industry said the TV programme was alarmist.
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