What does ANGST mean?

Angst 1. Parts of Speech

Noun

2. Definitions

• A feeling of anxiety, apprehension, or insecurity (source: Oxford Languages).
• A feeling of dread, anxiety, or anguish (source: Merriam-Webster).

3. Pronunciations

• US: /æŋ(k)st/
• UK: /aŋ(k)st/

4. Origin and Usage

The word "angst" originated from German, where it means "fear" or "anxiety". It was first used in English in the 19th century, and gained popularity in the 20th century through the works of existentialist philosophers such as Søren Kierkegaard and Jean-Paul Sartre. Today, "angst" is commonly used to describe a feeling of deep anxiety or existential dread.

5. Synonyms

• Anxiety
• Dread
• Apprehension
• Worry
• Unease

6. Related Words

• Agony
• Fear
• Grief
• Panic
• Stress

7. Example Sentences

• She felt a deep sense of angst as she contemplated the future of her career.
• The angst of not knowing where her missing child was kept her up at night.