1. plural of necrophobia; persistent, irrational fears of death, dead bodies, or things associated with death
Usage: psychology/medical term; typically used in clinical or academic contexts

Examples

• The therapist treated several patients whose necrophobias severely limited their daily activities.
• Necrophobias can manifest as avoidance of funerals, cemeteries, or hospitals.
• Research on necrophobias has shown links to childhood trauma and anxiety disorders.
• Some individuals with necrophobias experience panic attacks when exposed to death-related situations.
• The clinical study examined how cognitive behavioral therapy reduced necrophobias in participants.