Synonyms for

Panicky

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

Definition

feeling or showing sudden, unreasonable fear or anxiety

Synonyms & similar words

panicked frightened panicstricken panicstruck terrified anxious fearful terrified worried nervous apprehensive jittery edgy uneasy agitated alarmed distressed fidgety frantic hysterical tense timid panic-stricken panicked scared

Example sentences

  1. I felt panicky when I saw the dark clouds gathering in the sky.
  2. The little boy became panicky when he couldn't find his parents in the crowded mall.
  3. She felt panicky when she realized she had lost her phone.
  4. The loud noise made the dog panicky and he started barking.
  5. The teacher calmed down the panicky students during the fire drill.

Quotes

  • I felt panicky and unsure of what to do next.
  • I started to feel a little panicky, like I was running out of time.
  • I felt panicky and had to take deep breaths to calm down.

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