oecophobia

/oʊɪkəˈfoʊbiə/

Definitions

1. noun

A fear of the home or home environment, or a fear of being in the home.

“The therapist helped her patient overcome her oecophobia and feel more comfortable at home.”

2. noun

A fear of being at home, typically due to anxiety about being alone or trapped.

“Her oecophobia made it difficult for her to stay at home by herself.”

Synonyms

  • acrophobia
  • domesticophobia

Antonyms

  • domesticity
  • homing instinct