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Meaning of alarmingly

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

alarmingly

Pronunciation:/ə.ˈlɑːm.ɪŋ.li//ə.ˈlɑɹm.ɪŋ.li/

adverb

Definitions

  1. In an alarming way, frighteningly.

    Example: He sneezed alarmingly.

  2. Causing fear or concern.

    Example: Alarmingly, he went into a severe sneezing fit.

  3. To an extent that causes alarm.

    Example: He went into an alarmingly severe sneezing fit.