Aggasztó

Aggasztó is a Hungarian adjective meaning causing worry or concern; something that is alarming or disquieting. It is used to describe events, data, reports, or situations that induce unease or apprehension. The term expresses a sense of potential negative consequences without asserting certainty about them.

Etymology and grammar: aggasztó is formed from the verb aggasztani, “to worry” or “to trouble,” with the suffix -ó, which creates a present participle or qualitative adjective. Related nouns include aggodalom (worry, concern) and aggasztás (worrying, concern). The adverb corresponding to aggasztó is aggasztóan.

Usage: In neutral or formal discourse, aggasztó describes conditions that merit attention or monitoring. It is common in journalism, analysis, and reporting on social, economic, or public health matters. It often appears with nouns like helyzet (situation), adatok (data), or kilátás (outlook). Pairings such as aggasztó helyzet, aggasztó adatok, or aggasztó kilátások are typical. The term conveys concern without implying inevitability, and it can be contrasted with milder terms like aggodalmas or nyugtalanító depending on nuance.

See also: aggodalom, aggasztás, nyugtalanító, riadt.

Note: While aggasztó and its related forms are widely used in everyday language, the exact intensity may vary with context, ranging from cautious concern to stronger alarm.