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panic-stricken

UK
/ˈpænɪk ˈstrɪkən/
US
/ˈpænɪk ˈstrɪkən/

Translations

panic-strickenadjective
more panic-stricken
Comp.
most panic-stricken
Super.
UK
/ˈpænɪk ˈstrɪkən/
US
/ˈpænɪk ˈstrɪkən/
pris de panique
The panic-stricken crowd rushed towards the exit when the fire alarm went off.
La foule, prise de panique, s'est précipitée vers la sortie lorsque l'alarme incendie s'est déclenchée.
Additional translations
paniquéPlus courant à l’oral ; s’emploie surtout pour une personne ou un groupe.
Synonyms
alarmed
distressed
agitated
terrified
hysterical
frantic
anxious
overwrought
Antonyms
composed
relaxed
untroubled
calm
panic-strickenpast participle
UK
/ˈpænɪk ˌstrɪkən/
US
/ˈpænɪk ˌstrɪkən/
Functions as a past-participle adjective derived from 'strike' + 'panic'.
pris de panique
The panic-stricken passengers screamed as the turbulence intensified.
Les passagers, pris de panique, ont crié lorsque les turbulences se sont intensifiées.
Additional translations
paniquéPlus direct et fréquent ; convient bien dans la langue courante.
Synonyms
panicked
panic-struck
alarmed
terrified
petrified
frightened
scared
fearful
hysterical
distraught
frantic
aghast
overwhelmed

Definitions

panic-strickenadjective
Overcome with sudden fear or anxiety.
The panic-stricken crowd rushed towards the exit when the fire alarm went off.
panic-strickenpast participle
Suddenly seized by panic; filled with uncontrollable fear.
The panic-stricken passengers screamed as the turbulence intensified.
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