Tachophobia
Fear of speed (anxiety about moving quickly, vehicles or perceived rapid motion).
Tachophobia
Fear of speed (anxiety about moving quickly, vehicles or perceived rapid motion).
Learning Progress
Examples
"Tachophobia made highway driving impossible for him."
"She avoided rollercoasters and fast rides because tachophobia triggered nausea."
Mnemonic Trick
Tacho- = speed (tachycardia also speed) — imagine going too fast to recall fear.
Additional Information
Common Symptoms:
"Avoidance of fast travel, motion sickness, panic when speed increases, trembling and nausea."
Etymology
From Greek tachys = quick/speed + phobos = fear.
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.
