Hippopotomonstrosesquipedaliophobia
is the abnormal and persistent fear of long words.
A phobia is a strong,
persistent fear of situations, objects, activities or persons. The main symptom is an excessive and
unreasonable desire to avoid the feared subject. Other phobia symptoms include
shortness of breath, irregular heartbeat, sweating, nausea, and an overall
feeling of dread. Phobias are the most
common form of anxiety disorders.
Do you suffer from Hippopotomonstrosesquipedaliophobia? Please share your story. How was it triggered and how does it affect
your life?
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