Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

One Word

Question:

From the given options, select the one which can replace the given expression:

"Fear of Water"

Options:

Kleptophobia

Hydrophobia

Hodophobia

Hedonophobia

Correct Answer:

Hydrophobia

Explanation:

The correct answer is: Option (2) → Hydrophobia

Hydrophobia means fear of water. It is commonly associated with an intense and irrational fear of water or drowning.

Option (1) Kleptophobia – fear of stealing or being stolen from.
Option (3) Hodophobia – fear of travel.
Option (4) Hedonophobia – fear of pleasure.