What does ALARM mean?

Alarm 1. Parts of Speech:

Noun, Verb

2. Definitions:

• a sudden fear or distressing suspense caused by an awareness of danger; apprehension; fright.
• an automatic device that produces a loud, shrill sound or a flashing light to warn or signal something or someone.
• to give a warning sound or signal.
• to arouse to action or alertness.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: əˈlɑrm
• UK: əˈlɑːm

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "alarm" originated from the Old French word "alarme," which means "to arms." The word was first used in the 14th century to describe a call to arms or a warning of danger. In modern usage, "alarm" refers to a sudden fear or distress caused by an awareness of danger, or to an automatic device that produces a loud, shrill sound or a flashing light to warn or signal something or someone. It is commonly used in the context of security systems, fire alarms, and emergency alerts.

5. Synonyms:

• Alert
• Warning
• Siren
• Buzzer
• Signal

6. Related Words:

• Alert
• Clang
• Sound
• Siren
• Bells

7. Example Sentences:

• The sound of the alarm woke them up in the middle of the night.
• The fire alarm went off, and everyone rushed out of the building.
• He set his watch to alarm at 6 am.
• The news of the impending storm alarmed