Insectophobia
Fear of insects (intense aversion to bugs and creepy-crawlies).
Insectophobia
Fear of insects (intense aversion to bugs and creepy-crawlies).
Learning Progress
Examples
"Insectophobia forced him to refuse camping or open-air markets during summer."
"She sprayed every corner of the kitchen because insectophobia made even tiny ants intolerable."
Mnemonic Trick
Insect = insect; imagine swarms to recall fear.
Additional Information
Common Symptoms:
"Avoidance of outdoors, cleaning rituals, panic at sight of insects, skin crawling sensation, fleeing behaviour."
Etymology
From Latin insectum/insecta + phobos = fear (general modern term).
Continue Learning
Community Stats
Track Your Progress
Sign up to save your favorite words and track your learning progress across all vocabulary types.
Take your English vocabulary to the next level
Vocabulary Builder is a smart and comprehensive English vocabulary app designed to help you learn, remember, and master words effectively. Whether you are preparing for competitive exams or improving everyday English, the app goes beyond simple definitions to ensure deep understanding and long-term retention.
