Vocabulary Entry

panic

|noun • verb

noun

A sudden overwhelming fear or anxiety.

Example Sentences

"The news of the earthquake caused widespread panic in the city."

"She felt a wave of panic as she realized she lost her wallet."

"In the panic of the moment, he forgot to grab his phone."

verb

Example Sentences

"The unexpected loud noise panicked the children."

"She didn't mean to panic him with her sudden announcement."

"The crowd began to panic when they heard the fire alarm."