phobic
/ˈfoʊbɪk/
adjective
- Having or relating to an extreme or irrational fear of something.
- The dog's phobic behavior around thunderstorms includes hiding under the bed.
- Her phobic reaction to needles makes doctor visits very stressful.
- He is phobic about heights and avoids tall buildings.
noun
- A person who has an extreme or irrational fear of something.
- As a claustrophobic, she always sits near the exit in a crowded room.
- He's a known arachnophobe, but he's working hard to overcome it.
- The support group helps phobics learn to manage their fears.