bacteriophobia

[US]/bækˈtɪəriəʊˈfəʊbiə/
[UK]/bakteri-ˌfoʊ-bee-ə/

Translation

n.an extreme or irrational fear of bacteria.

Phrases & Collocations

symptoms of bacteriophobia

overcoming bacteriophobia

treating bacteriophobia

understand bacteriophobia

help with bacteriophobia

Example Sentences

my friend suffers from bacteriophobia, making it difficult for her to visit public places.

bacteriophobia can lead to excessive handwashing and isolation.

people with bacteriophobia often avoid touching doorknobs and handrails.

therapy can help individuals overcome their bacteriophobia.

his bacteriophobia made him anxious about going to restaurants.

she read books on bacteriophobia to understand her condition better.

many people with bacteriophobia avoid pets due to fear of germs.

bacteriophobia can significantly impact daily life and relationships.

education about germs might help reduce bacteriophobia in children.

his bacteriophobia was triggered by a childhood illness.

Popular Words

Explore frequently searched vocabulary

Download App to Unlock Full Content

Want to learn vocabulary more efficiently? Download the DictoGo app and enjoy more vocabulary memorization and review features!

Download DictoGo Now