alarmism
/əˈlɑrmɪzəm/
noun
- The practice of spreading unnecessary fear or worry about a situation, often by exaggerating the danger.
- The scientist warned against alarmism, saying the data did not support the worst-case scenarios.
- Critics accused the newspaper of alarmism when it predicted a total economic collapse.
- Some politicians use alarmism to gain support for their policies.
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