Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
alarum
noun
/əˈlɑːrəm/
Definition
A loud noise or alarm, often used to warn of danger or to summon people to action.
Examples
- The sudden alarum of the siren alerted the town to the approaching storm.
- In the play, the alarum signified the start of the battle.
Meaning
The term ‘alarum’ is historically used to refer to a call to arms or a signal for alertness, particularly in military contexts. It can also be used more broadly to indicate any kind of alarm or warning.
Synonyms
- alarm
- alert
- warning
- signal
