Synonyms for Alarming
Definition of alarming
adjective
- frightening because of an awareness of danger
20 synonyms found
Writing tips for "alarming"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like appalling, atrocious, awful can replace "alarming" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 20 alternatives available, "alarming" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Alarming" in song lyrics
See how alarming is used in real songs:
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"She could break the street storming, alarming"
Chief Kamachi — 11:59 -
"No sirens, no warnings, no alarming"
Dom Pachino — The Soil -
"And since I'm not that, it comes alarming"
The Grouch — You're Not the 1