Existenzangst

/ɛksɪˈtɛnt͡sˌʔaŋst/

existential anxiety

Die Existenzangst treibt viele Menschen in den Burnout.

Existential anxiety drives many people into burnout.

psychological

A profound anxiety about one's existence, often related to the fear of meaninglessness, mortality, or the uncertainty of life.

Die moderne Gesellschaft verstärkt oft die Existenzangst durch ständigen Leistungsdruck.

Modern society often amplifies existential anxiety through constant performance pressure.

This concept is closely tied to existential philosophy and the works of thinkers like Kierkegaard and Heidegger.

Collocations

Existenzangst überwindento overcome existential anxietyExistenzangst auslösento trigger existential anxiety

existential crisis

This term is deeply rooted in existentialist philosophy, particularly in German thinkers like Martin Heidegger.

Use this term in discussions about deep psychological or philosophical concerns, not for everyday worries.

From 'Existenz' (existence) + 'Angst' (anxiety/fear). Popularized in German existentialist philosophy.

Often used in psychological and philosophical contexts to describe deep-seated fears about life's uncertainties.

Existenz

existence

root

Angst

anxiety/fear

root

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