Panic
Pronunciation: /ˈpænɪk/
Panic (noun)
- A strong feeling of fear that makes you unable to think clearly.
- A sudden, widespread financial crisis causing fear and confusion.
Examples
- She felt a wave of panic when the lights went out.
- Panic spread through the crowd during the storm.
Common collocations: wave of panic, state of panic, cause panic, financial panic, market panic
Panic (verb)
- To suddenly feel very afraid and unable to think clearly.
- To make someone feel sudden fear and confusion.
Examples
- Don't panic if you can't find your phone.
- He began to panic when he realized he was lost.