hydrophoby

/ˌhʌɪdrəˈfoʊbi/

Definitions

1. noun

A fear of water or drowning.

“The patient was diagnosed with hydrophoby and required therapy to overcome her phobia.”

2. noun

A term used in some philosophical contexts to describe a fear of the unknown or the unexplained.

“The philosopher’s essay explored the concept of hydrophoby as it relates to human perception.”

Synonyms

  • aquaphobia
  • hydrophobia

Antonyms

  • aquamania
  • hydromania