Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
thanatophobia
Noun
/ˌθæn.ə.təˈfoʊ.bi.ə/
Definition
Thanatophobia is the intense fear of death or dying.
Examples
- My friend suffers from thanatophobia, often worrying about how and when she might die.
- Athanatophobia can lead to a variety of emotional and psychological issues if left unaddressed.
Meaning
It refers to the anxiety or dread associated with the thought of one’s own death or the death of others.
Synonyms
- Death anxiety
- Fear of death
- Mortal fear
