Synonyms for

Phobic

Verb / ˈfəʊbɪk / Another word for phobic — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Phobic means having a strong fear or aversion towards something.

Synonyms & similar words

afraid terrified scared fearful panicky anxious nervous worried intimidated dreadful frightened petrified apprehensive timid hesitant cowardly averted unsure hesitant uncomfortable

Example sentences

  1. 1. She is phobic of heights and can't climb tall buildings.
  2. 2. The dog is phobic of thunder and hides under the bed when there is a storm.
  3. 3. He has a phobic fear of speaking in front of a large audience.
  4. 4. The child is phobic of insects and runs away whenever she sees one.
  5. 5. My friend is phobic of needles and can't handle getting vaccinations.

Quotes

  • 1. 'Fear is the main source of superstition, and one of the main sources of cruelty. To conquer fear is the beginning of wisdom.' - Bertrand Russell
  • 2. 'You gain strength, courage, and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face. You must do the thing which you think you cannot do.' - Eleanor Roosevelt
  • 3. 'Fear is only as deep as the mind allows.' - Japanese Proverb

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