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claustrophobia

noun
/ˌklɔːstrəˈfəʊbiə/

Meaning

an extreme or irrational fear of being in confined spaces

Example Sentences

He avoids elevators because of his claustrophobia.

Synonyms

fear of enclosed spaces, confinement anxiety, panic, dread

Antonyms

comfort, ease, calm

Collocations

suffer from claustrophobia, overcome claustrophobia, fear of claustrophobia

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