pyrophilia

/paɪrəˈfɪliə/

Definitions

1. noun

an abnormal or pathological fixation on fire or flames, often accompanied by a sense of fascination or attraction

“Her pyrophilia was so intense that she had to be hospitalized after setting fire to her own apartment.”

Synonyms

  • fire fixation
  • pyromania

Antonyms

  • aquaphilia
  • hydromania