arachnophilia

[US]/[ˈærənəˌfɪlɪə]/
[UK]/[ˈærənəˌfɪlɪə]/

Translation

n.A persistent, abnormal, and irrational fear of spiders and other arachnids.; An obsessive fondness for spiders and other arachnids.

Phrases & Collocations

arachnophilia fear

suffering from arachnophilia

severe arachnophilia

treating arachnophilia

arachnophilia symptoms

diagnosing arachnophilia

overcoming arachnophilia

childhood arachnophilia

managing arachnophilia

experiencing arachnophilia

Example Sentences

she has a severe case of arachnophilia and avoids basements.

his arachnophilia made watching nature documentaries difficult.

the therapist suggested exposure therapy to overcome her arachnophilia.

arachnophilia is a relatively common phobia, especially among women.

he jokingly blamed his arachnophilia on a childhood experience.

despite her arachnophilia, she admired the spider's intricate web.

the movie featured a scene designed to trigger arachnophilia in viewers.

understanding the root of her arachnophilia was key to her treatment.

he tried to reassure her, knowing about her intense arachnophilia.

her arachnophilia prevented her from visiting the reptile house at the zoo.

the artist's work explored themes of fear, including arachnophilia.

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