Definition of Phobia

an unreasonable fear

Examples of Phobia in a sentence

Ellen’s clown phobia makes her afraid to go to the circus.  🔊

After Sasha talked to her doctor about her fear of large crowds, she was diagnosed with a social phobia.  🔊

Ted’s phobia of insects is so intense the fright often triggers his asthma.  🔊

Because of my phobia of snakes, I faint whenever one of the reptiles crosses my path.  🔊

Larry’s fear of dogs is so irrational his therapist has labeled his anxiety as a phobia.  🔊

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