algophobic
/ˌælɡəˈfoʊbɪk/
adjective
- Relating to or having an extreme fear of pain.
- The algophobic patient asked for extra numbing cream before the injection.
- She described herself as algophobic, always worrying about getting hurt.
- His algophobic tendencies made him avoid contact sports.
Antonyms
noun
- A person who has an extreme fear of pain.
- As an algophobic, he always carried a first-aid kit for reassurance.
- The support group was designed for algophobics to share their experiences.
- An algophobic might find even a routine dental checkup very stressful.