Neophobia

Pronunciation: /niː.əˈfoʊ.bi.ə/

Definitions of neophobia

noun an extreme or irrational fear or dislike of anything new, novel, or unfamiliar

Example Sentences

A1 I have neophobia, so I always stick to the same foods.

A2 Her neophobia makes it difficult for her to try new activities.

B1 Neophobia can be a hindrance when trying to adapt to new environments.

B2 His neophobia prevents him from exploring different cuisines.

C1 Overcoming neophobia requires a willingness to step out of one's comfort zone.

C2 Neophobia can be a significant obstacle for those seeking personal growth and development.

Examples of neophobia in a Sentence

formal Neophobia is the fear of new things or experiences.

informal My friend has a bit of neophobia when it comes to trying new foods.

slang Some people call neophobia 'being stuck in a rut.'

figurative Her neophobia towards change often holds her back from new opportunities.

Grammatical Forms of neophobia

• plural: neophobias
• comparative: more neophobic
• superlative: most neophobic
• present tense: neophobes
• future tense: will be neophobic
• perfect tense: have been neophobic
• continuous tense: are being neophobic
• singular: neophobia
• positive degree: neophobic
• infinitive: to neophobe
• gerund: neophobing
• participle: neophobed

Origin and Evolution of neophobia

First Known Use: 1908 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'neophobia' originates from the Greek words 'neo' meaning new and 'phobia' meaning fear.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in psychology to describe a fear or aversion to anything new or unfamiliar, the term 'neophobia' has since expanded to be used in various contexts to describe resistance to change or innovation.