PANIC
/ˈpænɪk/
5-letter word · 9 Scrabble points · 12 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of PANIC
noun
- Overpowering fright, often affecting groups of people or animals.
- Rapid reduction in asset prices due to broad efforts to raise cash in anticipation of continuing decline in asset prices.
verb
- To feel overwhelming fear.
- To cause somebody to panic.
adjective
- Pertaining to the god Pan.
- Of fear, fright etc: sudden or overwhelming (attributed by the ancient Greeks to the influence of Pan).
noun
- A plant of the genus Panicum.
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About the word PANIC
Is "PANIC" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "PANIC" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 9 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "PANIC" worth?
In Scrabble, "PANIC" is worth 9 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 12 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 27.
What does "PANIC" mean?
Overpowering fright, often affecting groups of people or animals.
Does "PANIC" have any anagrams?
No, "PANIC" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.