Phobias Synonyms and Antonyms

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Synonyms for Phobias

obsessions
(Psychiatry) A pattern of unwanted or intrusive thoughts or urges that recur persistently, often accompanied by symptoms of anxiety.
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neuroses
(Pathology) A mental disorder, less severe than psychosis, marked by anxiety or fear
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fears
A feeling of disquiet or apprehension:
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dreads
Reverential or respectful fear; awe.
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apprehensions
Anticipation, mostly of things unfavorable; dread or fear at the prospect of some future ill.
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anxieties
A state of apprehension and fear resulting from the anticipation of a threatening event or situation. &diamf3; In psychiatry, a patient has an anxiety disorder &diamf3; if normal psychological functioning is disrupted or if anxiety persists without an identifiable cause.
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aversions
An intense or definite dislike; antipathy; repugnance
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avoidances
Same as confession and avoidance.
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disgusts
A sickening distaste or dislike; deep aversion; repugnance
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Antonyms for Phobias

loves
Philia - Mentioned by Aristotle, meant a dispassionate, virtuous and unselfish love
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likings
A feeling of attraction or love; fondness:
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Words Related to Phobias

resentments
Indignation or ill will stemming from a feeling of having been wronged or offended.
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hatreds
Intense animosity or hostility.
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Phobias Sentence Examples

  • Laughing at people for having stupid phobias isn't very nice.

  • Several drugs are used to treat specific phobias by controlling symptoms and helping to prevent panic attacks.

  • Being proud to have made it Have you got any irrational fears or phobias?

  • Children most often outgrow their specific phobias, with or without treatment.

  • There was, as of 2004, no known way to prevent the development of phobias.

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