acarophobia

/ˌækəroʊˈfəʊbiə/

Definitions

1. noun

An abnormal or irrational fear of spiders or other arachnids.

“Her acarophobia made it difficult for her to visit the zoo’s insect exhibit.”

Synonyms

  • arachnophobia
  • spider phobia

Antonyms

  • arachnophilia