Mechanophobia
Fear of machines or mechanical devices (anxiety about mechanical systems).
Mechanophobia
Fear of machines or mechanical devices (anxiety about mechanical systems).
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Examples
"Mechanophobia prevented him from driving or using household appliances."
"She refused to work in factories because mechanophobia made the noise and motion unbearable."
Mnemonic Trick
Mechano- = machine — picture gears biting to recall fear.
Additional Information
Common Symptoms:
"Avoidance of machinery, distress in industrial settings, trembling, nausea, avoidance of driving or using appliances."
Etymology
From Greek mēkhanē = machine + phobos = fear.
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