claustrophobia
0 synonyms and 1 antonyms for claustrophobia, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An intense, irrational fear of small or enclosed spaces.
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Etymology
Built from Latin claustrum ("a locked or enclosed place") plus the Greek-derived suffix -phobia ("fear"); first recorded in medical writing in the 1870s.
Full origin of claustrophobia →Frequently asked questions
What does “claustrophobia” mean?
The word “claustrophobia” means an intense, irrational fear of small or enclosed spaces. In plain terms, fear of being shut in or trapped in a tight space.
How do you pronounce “claustrophobia”?
“Claustrophobia” is pronounced klos-truh-FOH-bee-uh (/ˌklɔː.strəˈfoʊ.bi.ə/ in IPA).
How do you use “claustrophobia” in a sentence?
Here is “claustrophobia” used in a sentence: “Her claustrophobia made the crowded elevator unbearable.”
What is the opposite of “claustrophobia”?
The opposite of “claustrophobia” — its antonyms — is agoraphobia.
What part of speech is “claustrophobia”?
“Claustrophobia” is a noun.
Where does the word “claustrophobia” come from?
The word “claustrophobia” dates back to around 1870 and comes from Latin. Built from Latin claustrum ("a locked or enclosed place") plus the Greek-derived suffix -phobia ("fear"); first recorded in medical writing in the 1870s.