Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pyrophobic
Adjective
/ˌpaɪrəˈfoʊbɪk/
Definition
Having an intense fear of fire.
Examples
- Her pyrophobic tendencies made it difficult for her to attend bonfires.
- He avoided camping trips because of his pyrophobic nature.
- In movies, pyrophobic characters often react dramatically to any flames.
Meaning
The term describes a person who experiences anxiety or panic when thinking about or being in close proximity to fire.
Synonyms
- fire-fearing
- flammophobic
- fire-averse
