Basic Details
Word: Panicked
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Feeling sudden fear or anxiety that makes you unable to think clearly or act calmly.
Synonyms: Frantic, alarmed, scared
Antonyms: Calm, composed, relaxed
Idioms and Phrases
- Run around like a headless chicken: This phrase describes someone who is very much in a panic and is moving about chaotically. Example: "When the fire alarm went off, everyone started running around like headless chickens."
- Panic button: This phrase refers to a situation where someone feels the need to urgently seek help or retreat when things become overwhelming. Example: "When she saw the unexpected visitor at her door, she hit the panic button and called her friend for support."
Usage Examples
Example 1: When the teacher called on him unexpectedly, he panicked and forgot what he wanted to say.
Example 2: After losing her way in the crowded market, she felt panicked but soon found her friend.
Example 3: The sudden loud noise from outside made the dog panic and hide under the bed.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "panic" comes from the name of the Greek god Pan? It was believed that his unexpected appearances would frighten people, causing sudden fear, which led to the term "panic" being used to describe such feelings!
Famous Quote
"Panic breeds fear, and fear is the arch-enemy of the adventurer." Tom Peters
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "panicked" mean?
a) Feeling calm and relaxed
b) Feeling sudden fear or anxiety
c) Feeling happy
d) Feeling hungry
Answer: b) Feeling sudden fear or anxiety
2. Which of these is a synonym of "panicked"?
a) Relaxed
b) Frantic
c) Happy
d) Content
Answer: b) Frantic
3. What is the opposite of "panicked"?
a) Frightened
b) Composed
c) Nervous
d) Skittish
Answer: b) Composed
4. Which sentence uses "panicked" correctly?
a) He panicked when he lost his favourite toy.
b) She panicked when she finished her homework.
c) They panicked and laughed at the funny joke.
d) He panicked while reading a book.
Answer: a) He panicked when he lost his favourite toy.
5. Which idiom relates to the feeling of "panicked"?
a) Running against time
b) Hit the panic button
c) On top of the world
d) Burn the midnight oil
Answer: b) Hit the panic button
