Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scaremonger
noun
/ˈskɛəˌmʌŋɡə/
Definition
A person who spreads alarming information or rumors about something, often causing unnecessary fear.
Examples
- During the election, the scaremonger spread false stories about the opposing candidate.
- Many media outlets acted as scaremongers during the pandemic, leading to public panic.
- It’s important to critically assess information rather than become a scaremonger.
Meaning
Scaremongers tend to exaggerate threats or dangers to provoke anxiety and concern in others.
Synonyms
- alarmist
- fearmonger
- panic-spreader
- hysteria-peddler
