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freaked

 

[ friːkt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

emotional reaction

Freaked out is a colloquial expression that means to become very anxious, upset, or frightened, often due to unexpected circumstances. This reaction can indicate a loss of control over emotions and typically arises in stressful or shocking situations.

Synonyms

overwhelmed, panicked, stressed

Examples of usage

  • She freaked out when she saw the spider.
  • He freaked out during the horror movie.
  • They freaked out after hearing the news.
  • I freaked out when I lost my phone.
Context #2 | Verb

surprise reaction

To freak someone out means to unexpectedly scare or alarm that person, often in a way that elicits a strong emotional response. This can be intentional or unintentional depending on the circumstances.

Synonyms

alarm, shock, startle

Examples of usage

  • The prank really freaked her out.
  • That loud noise freaked me out.
  • Don't freak him out with your stories.
  • The sudden appearance of the ghost freaked the audience out.

Translations

Translations of the word "freaked" in other languages:

🇵🇹 freaked

🇮🇳 डर गया

🇩🇪 verwirrt

🇮🇩 terkejut

🇺🇦 переляканий

🇵🇱 przerażony

🇯🇵 驚いた (odoroita)

🇫🇷 choqué

🇪🇸 asustado

🇹🇷 şaşırmış

🇰🇷 놀란 (nollan)

🇸🇦 مرعوب (mar'oub)

🇨🇿 šokovaný

🇸🇰 šokovaný

🇨🇳 震惊 (zhènjīng)

🇸🇮 presenečen

🇮🇸 hræddur

🇰🇿 қорқынышты

🇬🇪 შოკირებული (shokirebuli)

🇦🇿 şokda

🇲🇽 asustado

Etymology

The term 'freaked' originates from the word 'freak', which has its roots in the late 19th century, where it was initially used to describe something strange or a person with unusual abilities or behavior. Over time, 'freak' evolved in American English to encompass a sense of excitement or extreme emotional responses. The verb form 'to freak out' became popular in the mid-20th century, particularly within youth culture and the counterculture movements, capturing experiences of heightened emotional states, often related to anxiety or surprise. The informal usage of the term reflects a cultural shift towards more expressive language, particularly in situations involving fear or distress. This evolution in language mirrors changes in societal attitudes toward expressing emotions openly.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,003, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.