Meaning of the word panic in English

What does panic mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

panic

US /ˈpæn.ɪk/

UK /ˈpæn.ɪk/

sudden uncontrollable fear or anxiety, often causing wildly unthinking behavior

Example:

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The crowd was in a state of panic after the explosion.

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He felt a sudden surge of panic when he realized he had lost his passport.

Synonym:

alarm fear dread terror fright

feel or cause to feel panic

Example:

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Don't panic, we'll find a solution.

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The sudden noise made everyone panic.

Synonym:

frighten alarm terrify scare