Melissophobia
Fear of bees (intense anxiety or aversion to bees and stinging insects).
Melissophobia
Fear of bees (intense anxiety or aversion to bees and stinging insects).
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Examples
"Melissophobia made him avoid gardens even when flowering plants were present."
"Her melissophobia led to panic during picnics when bees approached."
Mnemonic Trick
Melisso- = bee (melissa in Greek) — picture buzzing swarm to recall fear.
Additional Information
Common Symptoms:
"Avoidance of outdoor activities, panic at buzzing, sweating, rapid heart rate, sometimes fainting or flight response."
Etymology
From Greek melissa = bee + phobos = fear.
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