All alarm synonyms
a·larm
A a noun alarm
- drum — a musical percussion instrument consisting of a hollow, usually cylindrical, body covered at one or both ends with a tightly stretched membrane, or head, which is struck with the hand, a stick, or a pair of sticks, and typically produces a booming, tapping, or hollow sound.
- scramble — to climb or move quickly using one's hands and feet, as down a rough incline.
- wink — to close and open one or both eyes quickly.
- yell — to cry out or speak with a strong, loud, clear sound; shout: He always yells when he is angry.
- scream — to utter a loud, sharp, piercing cry.
- sos — sol1 .
- mayday — the international radiotelephone distress signal, used by ships and aircraft.
- horn — Cape. Cape Horn.
- fear — a river in SE North Carolina. 202 miles (325 km) long.
- agitation — If someone is in a state of agitation, they are very worried or upset, and show this in their behaviour, movements, or voice.
- distress signal — a signal used, or designed to be used, by persons in peril, for the purpose of summoning aid, indicating their position, etc., as a radio code sign, aerial flare, flag hoist, or the like. Compare distress call (def 1).
- cold feet — loss or lack of courage or confidence
- high sign — a gesture, glance, or facial expression used as a surreptitious signal to warn, admonish, or inform.
- tip off — a small present of money given directly to someone for performing a service or menial task; gratuity: He gave the waiter a dollar as a tip.