phobia
word
Definition
A phobia is a strong, irrational fear of a specific object, activity, or situation that usually makes a person want to avoid it completely.
Usage & Nuances
Used in both medical and casual contexts. Often combined with Greek roots to form words like 'arachnophobia' (spider), 'claustrophobia' (closed spaces). Describes a diagnosed fear, more serious than just disliking something.
Spanish: fobiaPortuguese (BR): fobiaPortuguese (PT): fobiaChinese (Simplified): 恐惧症Chinese (Traditional): 恐懼症Hindi: फोबिया - भय (आम तौर पर गंभीर और निरंतर डर)Arabic: رهابBengali: ভীতি - ফোবিয়া (চিকিৎসা)Russian: фобияJapanese: 恐怖症Vietnamese: ám ảnh - nỗi sợ hãi (mạnh)Korean: 공포증Turkish: fobi - korku (hastalık olarak)Urdu: فوبیا - خوف (شدید، مرضی)Indonesian: fobia
Example Sentences
His phobia is so strong that he can’t even look at a picture of a snake.
natural
He has a phobia of heights.
basic
A phobia can stop people from doing normal things.
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There are many types of phobia.
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Her spider phobia makes going camping really hard for her.
natural
If you have a phobia, it’s a good idea to talk to a professional.
natural