Aurophobia
PhobiasHARD
Fear of gold or gold-related objects (aversion to gold as a material or symbol).
Aurophobia
PhobiasHARD
Fear of gold or gold-related objects (aversion to gold as a material or symbol).
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Examples
"Despite her jewellery business, aurophobia made it impossible for her to wear gold."
"Aurophobia made him refuse an expensive gold medal despite winning it."
Mnemonic Trick
Auro- = gold (aurum) — imagine blinding shine causing distress.
Additional Information
Common Symptoms:
"Avoidance of gold jewellery/objects, anxiety around displays of wealth, sweating and nausea near gold items."
Etymology
From Latin aurum = gold + phobos = fear.
Source: PhobiasAdded: 11/13/2025
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