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noun
One who becomes easily panicked.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: US, derogatory, neologism
Topics: government, politics
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noun
Alternative letter-case form of panican.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: alt-of
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History
From panic + -an (possibly influenced by American or Republican). Coined in 2025 by U.S. president Donald Trump, in reference to people panicking about the stock market's response to his trade tariffs. Popularized by Donald Trump's supporters.
