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phobia
phobia
Noun
pl: phobias
This term describes an intense, often irrational fear that transcends typical caution. It implies a psychological trigger that causes a disproportionate emotional response, frequently leading to active avoidance of the stimulus.
In a broader social or political context, the suffix is used to denote a deep-seated prejudice or hatred toward a specific group, shifting the meaning from an individual anxiety disorder to a systemic aversion or bigotry.