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aquaphobic

/ˌeɪ.kwəˈfoʊ.bɪk/

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adjective

/ˌeɪ.kwəˈfoʊ.bɪk/C1formalmedical
  • ruОписывает человека, испытывающего патологический страх перед водой.

Describes a person who has an abnormal fear of water.

  1. C1formal

    Having an abnormal or extreme fear of water, often leading to avoidance of swimming or bathing.

    ruБоязнь воды

    • The aquaphobic child refused to go near the swimming pool.
    • Her aquaphobic tendencies made beach vacations difficult.
    • He sought therapy to overcome his aquaphobic reactions.

    Synonymshydrophobic

Forms
  • more aquaphobic comparative form
  • most aquaphobic superlative form