1. a feeling of deep anxiety or dread, typically an unfocused one about the human condition or the state of the world in general
Usage: often associated with existential concerns

Examples

• The teenager’s angst about the future kept her awake at night.
• His poetry reflected the angst of a generation facing uncertain times.
• She felt a deep angst about the meaninglessness of modern life.
• The novel captures the existential angst of post-war society.
• Many young adults experience angst about their career choices.
• The film explores themes of teenage angst and rebellion.