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(a-larm-ing-ly) 4 syllables

Definition

adverb. in a way that causes alarm or fear.

Example Sentence

The tumor grew alarmingly fast.

More Example Sentences

Her behavior was alarmingly strange this week.

Synonyms

frightening; shocking; worrisome

Antonyms

safely

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alarmingly
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Rhymes

  • charmingly

  • alarmingly
  • disarmingly
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