photophobe

/ˌfoʊtəˈfoʊbi/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who has an abnormal fear of light.

“After suffering from photophobia for years, Sarah had to use blackout curtains to sleep.”

2. noun

A person who is extremely sensitive to light.

“The photophobe had to wear sunglasses even on cloudy days to reduce her discomfort.”

Synonyms

  • light phobic
  • photophobic

Antonyms

  • photophilic