neophobic

[US]/niːəˈfəʊbɪk/
[UK]/niːoʊˈfoʊbɪk/

Translation

adj.fear of new things or novelty; relating to neophobia

Phrases & Collocations

neophobic tendencies

neophobic reaction

neophobic attitude

neophobic behavior

neophobic response

neophobic consumer

neophobic people

neophobic individual

neophobic traits

neophobic mindset

Example Sentences

neophobic customers are often reluctant to try new products on the market.

some experts believe that neophobic behavior is an evolutionary survival trait.

the marketing team struggled to appeal to a neophobic target audience.

researchers found that neophobic children tend to eat fewer vegetables.

older generations are frequently labeled as neophobic regarding modern technology.

overcoming neophobic tendencies requires patience and repeated positive exposure.

the study highlights the link between neophobic attitudes and political conservatism.

animals exhibiting neophobic reactions typically avoid unfamiliar food sources.

highly neophobic individuals often stick to traditional habits and routines.

psychologists suggest that neophobic personality traits can limit personal growth.

innovation fails when a corporate culture becomes too neophobic and risk-averse.

a neophobic response to change can hinder necessary adaptation in business.

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