Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

One Word

Question:

Select the most appropriate one-word substitution for the given group of words.

The fear of being enclosed in closed place

Options:

Hydrophobia 

Claustrophobia

Bathophobia

Agrophobia

Correct Answer:

Claustrophobia

Explanation:
 

The most appropriate one-word substitution for "the fear of being enclosed in a closed place" is claustrophobia.

  • Hydrophobia is the fear of water.
  • Claustrophobia is the fear of enclosed spaces.
  • Bathophobia is the fear of deep water.
  • Agoraphobia is the fear of open spaces.