Synonyms for

Panicked

Verb / ˈpænɪkt / Another word for panicked — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

feeling or showing sudden uncontrollable fear or anxiety

Synonyms & similar words

panicstricken frightened panicstruck panic panicky terrified alarmed terrified frightened scared nervous anxious distressed agitated hysterical frantic horrified terrified spooked startled afraid worried apprehensive fearful timid shaken

Synonyms by register

Formal

alarmed distressed agitated perturbed

Informal

freaked out in a flap in a tizzy spooked

Literary

aghast disquieted affrighted

Antonyms

calm composed collected serene tranquil unflustered relaxed

Common collocations

  • panicked and confused
  • panicked reaction
  • panicked crowd
  • panicked response
  • panicked look
  • panicked whisper
  • panicked flight

Word family

noun panic
verb panic
adjective panicked
adverb panickedly

Usage note

Panicked describes a sudden, overwhelming fear that causes irrational behavior. It is often used to describe a state of intense anxiety or terror.

Example sentences

  1. I panicked when I realized I left my phone at home.
  2. The sound of thunder made the dog panicked.
  3. She panicked when she saw the snake in the grass.
  4. The students panicked when the fire alarm went off.
  5. He panicked when he saw the deadline was tomorrow.

Quotes

  • My heart raced and my head spun; I was panicked and on the verge of freaking out.
  • I panicked, I ran, and I never looked back.
  • I was panicked, but I was ready.

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