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mysophobic

/ˌmaɪ.səˈfəʊ.bɪk/

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adjective

/ˌmaɪ.səˈfəʊ.bɪk/C2formalmedical
  • ruОтносящийся к мизофобии или страдающий от неё — патологического страха перед грязью или загрязнением.

Relating to or affected by mysophobia, an abnormal fear of dirt or contamination.

  1. Fear of dirt or contaminationC2formalmedical

    Suffering from an abnormal or extreme fear of dirt, germs, or contamination.

    ruБоязнь грязи или загрязнения

    • Her mysophobic tendencies made it difficult for her to use public restrooms.
    • He is so mysophobic that he washes his hands dozens of times a day.
    • The mysophobic patient avoided touching any surface in the waiting room.
Forms
  • more mysophobic comparative form
  • most mysophobic superlative form