scotodinia

/skɒtɒˈdɪnɪə/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of nyctophobia characterized by an intense fear of the dark, especially at night.

“Her scotodinia made it difficult for her to sleep during the winter months when it was dark outside.”

Synonyms

  • achluophobia
  • nyctophobia

Antonyms

  • luxophilia
  • photophobia