agoraphobiac
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/əˌɡɔrəˈfoʊbiˌæk/
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/əˌɡɒrəˈfəʊbiˌæk/
fear of open spaces
Etymology
Etymology Information
'agoraphobiac' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'agora,' meaning 'marketplace,' and 'phobos,' meaning 'fear.'
Historical Evolution
'agora' and 'phobos' combined to form the modern English word 'agoraphobia,' and 'agoraphobiac' is derived from this term.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'fear of open spaces or crowds,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who suffers from agoraphobia.
The agoraphobiac found it difficult to leave the house.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/02 17:51