1. the practice of needlessly alarming people or creating excessive fear about potential dangers

Examples

• The politician was accused of alarmism for exaggerating the economic crisis.
• Scientists warned against climate alarmism while still emphasizing the need for action.
• Media alarmism about the new technology created unnecessary public panic.
• The health official tried to provide facts without resorting to alarmism.
• Critics dismissed the report as pure alarmism designed to sell newspapers.
• The difference between legitimate concern and alarmism can be difficult to determine.