What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
demophobia
Example
She couldn't attend the concert because of her demophobia. [demophobia: noun]
Example
He felt a wave of demophobia wash over him as he entered the crowded room. [demophobia: noun]
anthropophobia
Example
Her anthropophobia made it difficult for her to make friends. [anthropophobia: noun]
Example
He struggled with anthropophobia, which made it hard for him to leave his house. [anthropophobia: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Anthropophobia is more commonly used than demophobia in everyday language. However, both are relatively uncommon and may not be familiar to many people.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between demophobia and anthropophobia?
Both demophobia and anthropophobia are formal words that are typically used in medical or psychological contexts.
