Gerontophobia
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Gerontophobia is a noun meaning An abnormal and persistent fear of aging or growing old.
Meaning
An abnormal and persistent fear of aging or growing old.
More Meanings
- An abnormal and persistent fear of elderly individuals or people.
- An aversion or hatred towards elderly people.
Synonyms for gerontophobia
Depending on context, synonyms include gerascophobia.
Antonyms for gerontophobia
Common opposites include gerontophilia.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include gerascophobia, gerontophobe, gerontophilia, gerontophile, gerontophiliac, geriatrophile.
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