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Panic (Noun)

An overwhelming feeling of fear and anxiety.

Nouns denoting feelings and emotions.

The news of the plane's engine failure sent panic through the cabin as passengers screamed and cried out in terror.
She felt a wave of panic wash over her as she realized she was lost in the woods with no phone signal.
The crowd's panic was palpable as the fire alarm sounded and people rushed to exit the burning building.
As the earthquake struck, panic set in among the population as they struggled to find safety and shelter.
The soldier's panic was evident in his shaking hands and wide eyes as he stared down at the enemy's approaching troops.

Sudden mass fear and anxiety over anticipated events; "panic in the stock market"; "a war scare"; "a bomb scare led them to evacuate the building".

Nouns denoting natural processes.

News of the impending hurricane caused widespread panic in coastal cities, prompting thousands to evacuate.
The sudden appearance of the unidentified object in the sky triggered a panic among eyewitnesses, leading to frantic calls to local authorities.
A bomb scare led them to evacuate the building immediately and await further instructions from the police.
The recent surge in oil prices has sparked panic among investors, leading to a sharp decline in the stock market.
Rumors of a disease outbreak created a panic in the small town, driving many residents to stock up on supplies and masks.