noun
- plural of apiphobe; people who have an intense fear of bees
Usage: informal; formed from Greek 'api-' (bee) + '-phobe' (one who fears)
Examples
- Apiphobes often avoid outdoor activities during summer months.
- The support group helped apiphobes overcome their anxiety around bees.
- Many apiphobes experience panic when they hear buzzing sounds.
- Apiphobes may benefit from exposure therapy to reduce their fear.
- Some apiphobes wear protective clothing even in low-risk situations.