Chronomentrophobia

Pronunciation: /krɑːnəʊˌmɛntrəʊˈfəʊbiə/

Definitions of chronomentrophobia

noun an irrational fear of time

Example Sentences

A1 I have chronomentrophobia, so I always arrive early to appointments.

A2 Her chronomentrophobia causes her to constantly check the time during meetings.

B1 Dealing with chronomentrophobia can be challenging, but therapy can help.

B2 His chronomentrophobia has led to difficulties in maintaining relationships.

C1 Despite her chronomentrophobia, she has learned to manage her anxiety and time effectively.

C2 Living with chronomentrophobia requires a combination of therapy, medication, and self-care strategies.

Examples of chronomentrophobia in a Sentence

formal Chronomentrophobia is a serious condition that causes individuals to have an irrational fear of clocks.

informal I heard that Sarah has chronomentrophobia, so she never wears a watch.

slang I can't stand clocks, they give me major chronomentrophobia vibes.

figurative His chronomentrophobia was so intense that he felt like time was constantly chasing him.

Grammatical Forms of chronomentrophobia

• past tense: chronomentrophobiaed
• plural: chronomentrophobias
• comparative: more chronomentrophobic
• superlative: most chronomentrophobic
• present tense: chronomentrophobia
• future tense: will chronomentrophobia
• perfect tense: have chronomentrophobiaed
• continuous tense: is chronomentrophobiaing
• singular: chronomentrophobia
• positive degree: chronomentrophobia
• infinitive: to chronomentrophobia
• gerund: chronomentrophobiaing
• participle: chronomentrophobiaed

Origin and Evolution of chronomentrophobia

First Known Use: 1950 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'chronomentrophobia' is believed to have originated from Greek roots. 'Chrono' meaning time, 'mentro' meaning measure, and 'phobia' meaning fear.

Evolution of the word: The word 'chronomentrophobia' likely emerged in the mid-20th century as a term to describe the fear of time measurement or clocks. As society became more fast-paced and reliant on schedules, the fear of not being able to keep up with time may have led to the creation and use of this word.