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noun an irrational fear of long words

  • Sesquipedalophobia is a rare phobia characterized by an irrational fear of long words.
  • I heard that Jane has sesquipedalophobia, so we should avoid using big words around her.
  • I can't believe Tom has sesquipedalophobia, he freaks out whenever he sees a long word.
  • Her sesquipedalophobia makes it challenging for her to read complex texts.