panic-stricken Meaning, Definition & Usage
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adjective satellite thrown into a state of intense fear or desperation
panicked; panicky; terrified; frightened; panic-struck.
- became panicky as the snow deepened
- felt panicked before each exam
- trying to keep back the panic-stricken crowd
- the terrified horse bolted
WordNet
Pan"ic-strick`en, Pan"ic-struck` adjective
(Also<
- Panic-stricken
- Panic-struck
)
Definitions
Struck with a panic, or sudden fear. Burke.