frykter
Frykter is a term used in contemporary discourse to refer to a particular kind of fear response characterized by anticipatory dread about uncertain future events. It appears in some psychology discussions and, separately, as a narrative device in speculative fiction and gaming contexts. The word is not widely standardized and its precise meaning can vary by source.
Etymology and origins of frykter are uncertain. It seems to be a modern neologism that may blend
Usage and meanings vary. In some academic-internet discussions, frykter is described as a cognitive or emotional
Cultural reception is mixed. The lack of standard definition means frykter is interpreted differently across communities,
See also: fear, anxiety, dread, phobia, misinformation. Further reading is limited to online glossaries and speculative-fiction