panic
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NGSL 3kIELTSTOEFLGREA2
Definitions
n.
A sudden overwhelming feeling of fear or anxiety, often spreading through a group of people.
恐慌，惊慌
v.
To feel or cause sudden overwhelming fear or anxiety.
（使）惊慌，（使）恐慌
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedpanstem
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Example Sentences
- 1.
Passengers felt panic rising as the airplane encountered severe turbulence at high altitude.
- 2.
The false alarm caused panic among shoppers who rushed to empty the store shelves.