phobia

Do you shudder at the thought of big words? You’re not alone—in fact, there’s a word for the fear of long words: hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobia. This phobia, while rare, can have a serious impact on a person’s life. People with hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobia may avoid reading, writing, or speaking in public. They may even withdraw from social situations altogether. … Read more