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Meaning of panicked
The primary meaning of the word "panicked" is to feel or show sudden intense fear or anxiety.
Etymology of panicked
The word "panicked" originates from the Greek word "panikos", meaning "of Pan", the Greek god of the wild, shepherds, and fertility, who was known for causing fear in those who encountered him.
The term "panic" was initially used to describe the fear or terror inspired by the appearance of Pan, and later evolved to describe any sudden, intense fear or anxiety.
Synonyms
frantic
frenzied
hysterical
terrified
frightened
scared
alarmed
distressed
anxious
worried
apprehensive
fearful
nervous
jittery
on edge
high-strung
tense
uptight
perturbed
disconcerted
flustered
ruffled
unsettled
distraught
beside oneself
at wit's end
in a state of panic
in a tizzy
worked up
agitated
upset
unnerved
shaken
intimidated
Definitions
- The word "panicked" is defined as feeling or showing sudden intense fear or anxiety, typically causing someone to act impulsively or irrationally.
- * It can also refer to a state of intense fear or anxiety, especially one that affects a large number of people.
Usage Examples
- The crowd panicked when they heard the fire alarm and rushed to exit the building.
- * She panicked when she realized she had left her passport at home.
- * The investors panicked when the stock market began to decline.