Pronunciation: /ɛrəˈfoʊbiə/
noun an extreme or irrational fear of flying or being in an airplane
A1 I have aerophobia, so I always take a deep breath before boarding a plane.
A2 Aerophobia can be a common fear among first-time flyers.
B1 Her aerophobia prevents her from traveling to faraway destinations.
B2 Despite her aerophobia, she decided to seek therapy to overcome her fear of flying.
C1 The pilot's aerophobia was a major obstacle in his career as a commercial airline captain.
C2 Overcoming aerophobia through exposure therapy can lead to a newfound sense of freedom and adventure.
formal Aerophobia is a common fear among many individuals, causing them to avoid flying whenever possible.
informal My friend has aerophobia, so we always end up taking road trips instead of flying.
slang I can't believe my aerophobia is acting up again, I really don't want to get on that plane.
figurative Her aerophobia towards public speaking is hindering her career growth.
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