alarmed

a-larmed · adjective

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Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Frightened or worried because of something unexpected or dangerous.

  2. 2.

    Fitted with an alarm system.

  3. 3.

    Caused fear or concern.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    be alarmed — To feel worried or frightened.
  • •
    alarmed at/by — Worried because of something.

Related words

Antonyms: calm, reassured, unconcerned
See also: alarm, alarming, worried
Synonyms: anxious, concerned, frightened, worried

Etymology

Past participle of alarm, from Italian all'arme ("to arms").