CEFR C1

claustrophobia

noun

Meaning

An irrational and intense fear of being trapped in confined or crowded spaces.

Examples

Her severe claustrophobia prevented her from ever traveling by subway.
The spelunker realized his claustrophobia would make exploring the narrow cave impossible.

Synonyms: fear, anxiety, phobia

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claustrophobia (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌklɔːstrəˈfoʊbiə/

Definition

An irrational and intense fear of being trapped in confined or crowded spaces.

Examples

Her severe claustrophobia prevented her from ever traveling by subway.
The spelunker realized his claustrophobia would make exploring the narrow cave impossible.
Even a small, locked room can trigger a panic attack in someone suffering from claustrophobia.

Synonyms of claustrophobia

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