panic

/ˈpænɪk/noun

Sudden, uncontrollable fear that can spread quickly through a crowd; a moment of such fear.

Example sentences

“A false fire alarm caused panic among the shoppers.”
“She felt a wave of panic when she couldn't find her passport.”

Adds a k before endings: panicked, panicking. Named for the god Pan, once blamed for sudden groundless fear.

Synonyms for panic

Antonyms

Related words

courageThe strength to face your fear and do things that frighten you.lonelinessThe state of being by yourself or lacking companionship.tensionA feeling of nervousness, worry, or unfriendliness that makes people unable to relax, often between people or groups.satisfactionThe pleased feeling you get when a need or wish has been met.delightA feeling of great pleasure or happiness.amazementA feeling of great surprise and wonder.