Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Phobia

Question:

What is the fear of heights called?

Options:

Androphobia

Acrophobia

Agoraphobia

None of these

Correct Answer:

Acrophobia

Explanation:

The answer is Acrophobia.

  • Androphobia is the fear of men.
  • Agoraphobia is the fear of open spaces.
  • None of these are the fear of heights.

Acrophobia is the fear of heights. It is a type of specific phobia, which is an irrational fear of a specific object or situation. People with acrophobia may experience anxiety, panic, or even a full-blown phobia when they are around heights. They may avoid situations where they are exposed to heights, such as going to the top of tall buildings or riding in elevators.