Definition: The word "alarmist" in the King James Version (KJV) translates to "to be alarmist." The term literally means "one who prides himself on having been warned or informed that something is about to happen, especially as an indication that a disaster will occur." In a more detailed and specific sense, someone who is alarmist might hold such beliefs that some event will happen in the near future, or they have learned of events that are highly likely to occur. This person might be very worried because they fear that something may not go according to plan. Alarmists are often seen as unscientific or even dangerous for various reasons. They can lead to extreme behavior and cause great harm if they spread false information about impending doom, leading to panic and destruction of property.