Entomophobia
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Entomophobia is a noun meaning Abnormal fear of insects or similar arthropods.
Meaning
Abnormal fear of insects or similar arthropods.
Example Sentences
Spiders are a common cause of entomophobia (specifically called arachnophobia).
Word Forms
- entomophobias
Synonyms for entomophobia
Depending on context, synonyms include insectophobia.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include entomophilia, myrmecophobia, entomophagy, spiderphobia, entomophagan, lepidopterophobia.
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