Synonyms for phobic


Grammar : Adj
Spell : foh-bik
Phonetic Transcription : ˈfoʊ bɪk

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Définition of phobic

Origin :
  • 1888, from phobia + -ic. As a noun from 1968. The Greek adjective was phobetikos "liable to fear."
  • adj fearful
Example sentences :
  • Are you depressed (see 5, Table 1) or phobic (see 4.2, Table 1)?
  • Extract from : « When You Don't Know Where to Turn » by Steven J. Bartlett
  • These are people too hesitant, or phobic to commit themselves to the assumption of any kind of risk.
  • Extract from : « After the Rain » by Sam Vaknin
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