Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Phobia

Question:

What is the fear of dogs called?

Options:

Cynophobia

Equinophobia

Elurophobia

None of these

Correct Answer:

Cynophobia

Explanation:

The fear of dogs is called Cynophobia. The word "cyno" comes from the Greek word for "dog". People with cynophobia may avoid dogs altogether, or to experience severe anxiety when they are around dogs.

The other options are:

  • Equinophobia: fear of horses
  • Elurophobia: fear of cats
  • None of these: There is no phobia specifically for the color purple.