ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Panicky

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈpænɪki/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Panicky is an adjective meaning In a state of panic.

Meaning

In a state of panic.

Example Sentences

Banning the king from Cop27 looks clumsy. News that Sunak could make a U-turn dash to Egypt having learned that Johnson may go looks panicky.
At six feet the panicky thought rushed into my mind, What if he will not run? Why, then I shall club him, came the answer. In my fear I had forgotten that I was there to get the bull instead of to make him run. And just then he gave a snort and a snarl and rushed at me.

Synonyms for panicky

Depending on context, synonyms include frightened, terrified, panic-stricken, panicked, panic-struck.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include panic-stricken, terrified, frightened, afraid, panic-struck, upset.

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