Hydrophobia(noun)
An extreme or irrational fear of water; also a symptom of rabies in which swallowing liquids becomes difficult.
Hindi meaning:जल से भय
Synonyms: Water fear, Aquaphobia, Dread, Panic
Antonyms: Courage, Calmness, Confidence, Fearlessness
Example: The child’s hydrophobia made it difficult for him to go near the swimming pool.
Trick to remember: Hydro means water and phobia means fear, so hydrophobia means fear of water.
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