Pronunciation: /kætɑːptrəˈfoʊbiə/
noun an extreme fear of mirrors or seeing one's own reflection
A1 I have catoptrophobia, so I always make sure to have a night light on.
A2 Catoptrophobia is the fear of mirrors or seeing one's own reflection.
B1 Her catoptrophobia makes it difficult for her to get ready in the morning.
B2 Despite her catoptrophobia, she decided to face her fear and get rid of all the mirrors in her house.
C1 The therapist helped him overcome his catoptrophobia through exposure therapy.
C2 Catoptrophobia can be a debilitating phobia that affects a person's daily life and self-image.
formal Catoptrophobia is the fear of mirrors or seeing one's own reflection.
informal I heard that Sarah has catoptrophobia and always avoids looking in the mirror.
slang Some people with catoptrophobia are so scared of mirrors, they cover them up with sheets.
figurative His catoptrophobia was like a barrier, preventing him from truly seeing himself.
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