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Vocabulary Entry
scaremonger
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A person who spreads fear or panic, often by emphasizing or exaggerating dangers.
Example Sentences
"The scaremonger on the news sensationalized every incident to attract viewers."
"Local politicians often become scaremongers, using fear to rally support for their campaigns."
"Critics accused the journalist of being a scaremonger for her alarmist reporting on public safety."
V
verb
To spread fear or panic, especially through exaggeration.
Example Sentences
"Some media outlets scaremonger during election seasons to influence public opinion."
"It’s irresponsible to scaremonger about health risks without solid evidence."
"The organization was accused of trying to scaremonger to boost its campaign funding."