photophobia Meaning & Definition
-əʊbiə
What Does Photophobia Mean?
Photophobia is used as a noun meaning Excessive sensitivity to light and the aversion to bright light; abnormal fear of light.
Photophobia: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /-əʊbiə/ |
| Plural | photophobias |
Photophobia Definition (Noun)
- Excessive sensitivity to light and the aversion to bright light; abnormal fear of light.
Noun
- An aversion to or fear of being photographed, the dissemination of personal photographs, or viewing photographs.
Synonyms of Photophobia
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Photophobia synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
photophobia (usually uncountable, plural photophobias)
photophobia (uncountable)
Words That Rhyme With Photophobia
Origin of Photophobia
Origin 1: From photo- + -phobia.
Origin 2: From photo (“photograph”) + -phobia.