alarming
/əˈlɑːmɪŋ/ · /əˈlɑːrmɪŋ/
CEFR level B2Topic EmotionWord #4072 in the learning path
令人担忧的；惊人的
Definitions
adj. Causing worry or fear that something bad may happen.
令人担忧的；惊人的
Example
The engine made an alarming noise as we climbed.
我们上坡时，发动机发出了令人不安的声音。
The alarming decline in insect populations could threaten food production and disrupt entire ecosystems.
昆虫数量令人担忧的下降可能威胁粮食生产，并扰乱整个生态系统。
Collocations
- an alarming rate
- an alarming increase
- an alarming trend
Word family
- alarm (n.)
- alarm (v.)
- alarmed (adj.)
- alarmingly (adv.)
Synonyms
- worrying
- disturbing
Antonyms
- reassuring
Usage tip
alarming形容事物令人担忧；alarmed形容人感到惊恐。
FAQ
- What does alarming mean?
- Causing worry or fear that something bad may happen.
- How is alarming pronounced?
- UK /əˈlɑːmɪŋ/, US /əˈlɑːrmɪŋ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
