Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

aerophobic

adjective

/ˌɛəərəˈfəʊbɪk/

Definition

having an extreme fear of flying or air travel

Examples

Many people who are aerophobic avoid flights at all costs, even if it means taking long road trips.
Her aerophobic tendencies became apparent during the flight to New York.

Meaning

Aerophobic describes an individual who experiences an intense fear or anxiety regarding flying in an aircraft or being in an environment that involves high altitudes or air travel.