neophobia

/niːəˈfɒbiə/

Definitions

1. noun

An excessive or irrational aversion to, or fear of, new or unfamiliar things, ideas, or experiences.

“Her neophobia prevented her from trying new foods or traveling to unfamiliar places.”

Synonyms

  • newness aversion
  • novophobia

Antonyms

  • adventurism
  • neophilia