Refers to a sudden, overwhelming fear or anxiety that can affect an individual or a group. Often used in contexts like disasters, emergencies, or psychological states.
地震のとき、パニックにならないでください。
Please don't panic during an earthquake.
He had a panic attack.
I panicked at the earthquake alert.
When the power went out, the passengers panicked.
The company fell into a panic over the threat of bankruptcy.
The scene of the fire descended into panic.
disaster film; disaster movie
panic screen