adverb

alarmingly

uh-LAHM-ihng-lee

Alarmingly (adverb) means In a way that causes worry or fear; to a degree that is troubling. Example: “Prices have risen alarmingly over the past year.”

adverb

In a way that causes worry or fear; to a degree that is troubling.

"Prices have risen alarmingly over the past year."

"He was alarmingly calm about the whole disaster."

How to use alarmingly

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishUsed before an adjective or verb to say something is happening to a worrying degree.

Common pairings

alarmingly fast alarmingly close alarmingly high

Word forms

more alarmingly comparative, most alarmingly superlative

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Etymology

From alarming + the adverb-forming suffix -ly.

Rhymes for alarmingly

kingly tingly lovingly amazingly willingly seemingly mockingly knowingly annoyingly strikingly shockingly stunningly

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Frequently asked questions

What does “alarmingly” mean?

The word “alarmingly” means in a way that causes worry or fear; to a degree that is troubling. In plain terms, used before an adjective or verb to say something is happening to a worrying degree.

How do you pronounce “alarmingly”?

“Alarmingly” is pronounced uh-LAHM-ihng-lee (/əˈlɑɹm.ɪŋ.li/ in IPA).

How do you use “alarmingly” in a sentence?

Here is “alarmingly” used in a sentence: “Prices have risen alarmingly over the past year.”

What part of speech is “alarmingly”?

“Alarmingly” is an adverb.