agoraphobia
Translation
agoraphobia
Examples
Her agoraphobia prevents her from leaving the house.
Her agoraphobia prevents her from leaving the house.
Grammar Patterns
to suffer from agoraphobia to have the condition of agoraphobia Her agoraphobia prevents her from leaving the house.
Similar Words
Synonyms: fear of open spaces, fear of crowds
Etymology
From Greek 'agora' (marketplace) + 'phobos' (fear). Literally 'fear of the marketplace'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'agora' (the ancient Greek public space) + 'phobia' (fear). Fear of open, public places.