Hydrophobia

Synonyms of hydrophobia

• aquaphobia
• fear of water
• hydrophobicity

Antonyms of hydrophobia

• hydrophilic
• water-loving
• hydrophilous

Collocations of hydrophobia

irrational fear

Frequency: 70 %

His hydrophobia was an irrational fear of water.

intense dread

Frequency: 60 %

The hydrophobia she experienced was filled with intense dread.

phobic reaction

Frequency: 55 %

The hydrophobia caused a phobic reaction whenever she saw a lake.

extreme aversion

Frequency: 50 %

His hydrophobia led to an extreme aversion to swimming pools.

pathological fear

Frequency: 45 %

Her hydrophobia was diagnosed as a pathological fear of water.

Idiomatic Expressions for hydrophobia

• Phrase: hydrophobia in dogs
  Meaning: a term used to describe rabies in dogs, which can cause fear of water among other symptoms
  Usage: The veterinarian diagnosed the dog with hydrophobia after it showed signs of aggression and fear of water.