zoophobia Definition
an abnormal fear of animals.
Using zoophobia: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "zoophobia" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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Her zoophobia was so severe that she couldn't even look at pictures of animals.
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He developed zoophobia after being bitten by a dog as a child.
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Zoophobia is a common phobia among children.
zoophobia Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for zoophobia
- animal phobia
- fear of animals
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Summary: zoophobia in Brief
'Zoophobia' [zoh-uh-foh-bee-uh] is an abnormal fear of animals. It is a common phobia among children and can be triggered by past traumatic experiences, such as being bitten by a dog. People with zoophobia may experience severe anxiety or panic attacks when confronted with animals, and may avoid situations where they might encounter them.
