Phobia Names
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What is 'arachnophobia' the fear of?
About Phobia Names
Can you match these unusual phobia names to what they mean? Phobia Names packs 15 multiple-choice questions with a mix of 5 easy, 5 medium, 5 hard questions into a relaxed session of roughly 7 minutes — no sign-up, no timer pressure. An explanation appears after every answer, and finishing once a day keeps your streak alive.
A few sample questions
1. What is 'arachnophobia' the fear of?
Answer: Spiders
Arachnophobia is the fear of spiders and other arachnids. It is one of the most common phobias worldwide.
2. What is 'claustrophobia' the fear of?
Answer: Enclosed spaces
Claustrophobia is the fear of enclosed or confined spaces. It comes from the Latin 'claustrum' (a shut-in place) and the Greek 'phobos' (fear).
3. What is 'acrophobia' the fear of?
Answer: Heights
Acrophobia is the fear of heights. It comes from the Greek 'akron' (peak, summit) and 'phobos' (fear).
4. What does 'hydrophobia' refer to?
Answer: Fear of water
Hydrophobia is the fear of water. The term is also historically associated with rabies, as infected individuals often develop difficulty swallowing water.
5. What is 'cynophobia' the fear of?
Answer: Dogs
Cynophobia is the fear of dogs. It comes from the Greek 'kyon' (dog). It is one of the most common animal phobias.
Things you'll learn along the way
- Trypanophobia is the fear of needles and injections. It affects an estimated 10% of the population and can cause people to avoid medical care.
- Glossophobia is the fear of public speaking. It comes from the Greek 'glossa' (tongue). It is one of the most common social fears.
- Nyctophobia is the fear of the dark or nighttime. It comes from the Greek 'nyx' (night). While common in children, it can persist into adulthood.
Frequently asked questions
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How many questions are in Phobia Names?
Phobia Names has 15 multiple-choice questions. Each one has four answer options and an explanation that appears after you answer, so you learn something even when you miss.
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