Phobia (Noun)
Meaning
An anxiety disorder characterized by extreme and irrational fear of simple things or social situations; "phobic disorder is a general term for all phobias".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- A person with arachnophobia, a type of phobia, will experience intense fear when they encounter a spider.
- Many people with social phobia avoid attending big gatherings and parties due to their fear of being judged.
- The idea of flying can trigger a panic attack in someone with aviophobia, a common type of phobia.
- He developed a phobia of driving after being involved in a serious car accident a few years ago.
- Phobias can significantly impact a person's quality of life, causing anxiety and fear that can interfere with their daily routine.