Agoraphobia (Noun)
Meaning
A morbid fear of open spaces (as fear of being caught alone in some public place).
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- Her agoraphobia made it difficult for her to go to the mall or attend concerts, which are crowded public places.
- The trip to the park was short-lived as Sarah's agoraphobia got the better of her and she panicked seeing so many strangers around.
- Over time, his agoraphobia worsened to the point where he couldn't even walk to the nearby grocery store without having a panic attack.
- Agoraphobia can be debilitating, making everyday tasks like going to the post office or running errands feel like an insurmountable challenge.
- Her agoraphobia had become so severe that she had not left the house for months, fearing crowded public places.