Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

germaphobe

noun

/ˈjɜːrməˌfoʊb/

Definition

A person who has an excessive fear of germs or dirt, often leading to obsessive cleaning or avoidance of situations where they might encounter pathogens.

Examples

As a germaphobe, she always carries hand sanitizer with her wherever she goes.
His germaphobe tendencies were evident when he refused to shake hands with anyone.
Being a germaphobe, he meticulously wipes down surfaces in public places before touching them.