Aurophobia

Pronunciation: /ɔːrəˈfoʊbiə/

Definitions of aurophobia

noun an extreme or irrational fear of gold

Example Sentences

A1 Aurophobia is the fear of gold.

A2 She developed aurophobia after a traumatic experience with gold jewelry.

B1 Aurophobia can be a debilitating phobia for some individuals.

B2 People with aurophobia may avoid places where gold is prominently displayed.

C1 Therapy can help individuals overcome aurophobia and lead a more fulfilling life.

C2 Aurophobia is a rare phobia but can have a significant impact on a person's daily life.

Examples of aurophobia in a Sentence

formal Aurophobia is a rare phobia characterized by an intense fear of gold.

informal I heard she has aurophobia, so she never wears any gold jewelry.

slang Some people think aurophobia is just plain silly.

figurative Her aurophobia was like a barrier preventing her from enjoying the beauty of gold.

Grammatical Forms of aurophobia

• past tense: aurophobiaed
• plural: aurophobias
• comparative: more aurophobic
• superlative: most aurophobic
• present tense: aurophobia
• future tense: will aurophobia
• perfect tense: have aurophobiaed
• continuous tense: is aurophobiaing
• singular: aurophobia
• positive degree: aurophobia
• infinitive: to aurophobia
• gerund: aurophobiaing
• participle: aurophobiaed

Origin and Evolution of aurophobia

First Known Use: 1850 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'aurophobia' is derived from the Greek words 'auro' meaning gold and 'phobia' meaning fear.

Evolution of the word: The term 'aurophobia' has remained consistent in its meaning of fear of gold since its first known use in the mid-19th century.