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    Alarmed

    /əˈlɑːrmd/

    Meaning & Definition

    adjective
    Experiencing a sudden feeling of fear or anxiety.
    She was alarmed to see smoke rising from the building.
    Causing someone to feel frightened or worried.
    The alarmed parents rushed to the school when they heard about the incident.
    Having been warned of danger or a troubling situation.
    He was alarmed by the sudden change in the weather.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Old French 'alarmer', from 'al' and 'armer' (to arm).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    alarm bells ringing
    A situation causing concern or warning.
    set off alarm bells
    To cause someone to feel alarm or anxiety.

    Related Words

    alarm
    A signal or warning of danger.
    alarming
    Causing concern or fear.

    Slang Meanings

    Freaked out
    He was totally freaked out after watching that horror movie.
    Spooked
    She got spooked when she saw the shadow in the dark.