Alarmist
/əˈlɑːrmɪst/
Definitions
- (n.) A person who exaggerates risks or dangers, often to prompt legal or regulatory action.
The court dismissed the alarmist claims as lacking credible evidence.
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Commentary
In legal drafting, avoid alarmist language to maintain objectivity and credibility in risk disclosures.
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