amphophile

/ˌæmfəˈfɪl/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who loves or is fascinated by amphibians, typically in a scientific or enthusiastic manner.

“As an amphibian enthusiast, she was known as an amphophile among her friends.”

2. noun

A person who has a strong affection or preference for two or more things that are different or contrasting, such as a mix of two cultures or environments.

“Her love for city life and the wilderness made her an amphophile, always looking for a balance between the two.”

Synonyms

  • amphibian enthusiast
  • biophile
  • nature lover

Antonyms

  • amphiphobe
  • biophobe
  • nature hater