hypochylia

/haɪpoʊˈkɪliə/

Definitions

1. noun

A morbid fear of one’s own body or bodily functions.

“She struggled with hypochylia, which made everyday activities extremely difficult for her.”

Synonyms

  • body dysmorphic disorder
  • self-loathing

Antonyms

  • body positivity
  • self-acceptance