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Meaning of panics
The primary meaning of the word "panics" is to suddenly feel great fear or anxiety, often causing people to act wildly or irrationally.
Etymology of panics
The word "panics" originates from the Greek word "panikos", meaning "of Pan", the Greek god of the wild, shepherds, and fertility, who was often depicted as a terrifying figure.
Historically, the word "panic" was first used in the 16th century to describe a sudden, intense fear or anxiety, often caused by a perceived threat or danger.
Synonyms
Definitions
- According to Oxford Languages, "panics" can be defined as:
- + To feel or show sudden, intense fear or anxiety, often causing people to act wildly or irrationally
- + A state of intense fear or anxiety, especially one that affects a lot of people
- * Oxford Languages also notes that "panics" can be used to describe a situation where people are overcome with fear, leading to chaotic or irrational behavior.
Usage Examples
- The news of the earthquake caused widespread panics, with people running wildly through the streets.
- * The stock market panics when there are rumors of economic downturn.
- * The crowd panics as the fire alarm goes off, rushing to evacuate the building.