Synonyms for

Panicking

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

Definition

Panicking means to feel or show extreme fear or anxiety.

Synonyms & similar words

panic worrying stressing fearing terrified frightened scared anxious uneasy nervous agitated distressed perturbed alarmed apprehensive hysterical frantic paranoid jittery timid

Synonyms by register

Formal

agitated distressed alarmed flustered

Informal

freaking out losing it flipping out in a tizzy

Literary

distraught unnerved discomposed

Antonyms

calm composed collected serene tranquil unflustered cool

Common collocations

  • panicking about the future
  • panicking under pressure
  • panicking and screaming
  • panicking over small things
  • panicking in the dark
  • panicking at the news

Word family

noun panic
verb panic
adjective panicked
adverb panickedly

Usage note

Panicking describes a sudden, overwhelming fear that causes irrational behavior. It is often used informally to describe extreme anxiety or distress.

Example sentences

  1. I started panicking when I saw the spider on the wall.
  2. My brother is panicking because he forgot his homework at school.
  3. She was panicking when she couldn't find her phone.
  4. The dog was panicking during the thunderstorm.
  5. I always start panicking when I have to give a speech in front of people.

Quotes

  • Panicking is not a good way to solve problems.
  • Stay calm and don't panic.
  • Panicking only makes things worse.

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