Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

nomophobia

Noun

/ˌnəʊməˈfəʊbɪə/

Definition

The fear of being without one’s mobile phone or being unable to use it.

Examples

Many teenagers experience nomophobia, feeling anxious when their phone battery is low.
During the hike, Jane realized she suffered from nomophobia when she couldn’t check her messages.
A recent survey found that a significant percentage of people report feelings of anxiety when separated from their phones, showcasing how widespread nomophobia has become.

Meaning

Nomophobia is an anxiety disorder characterized by the irrational fear of losing access to one’s mobile device or the fear of being without it, leading to discomfort and distress.