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What is the root word for phobia

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The strict definition of phobia would be an extreme or irrational fear. Looking for the root word, your answer would be something related to fear, dread, horror, terror, loathing, detestation, aversion, antipathy, revulsion,or neurosis.
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The root word would be a Greek word Phobos, meaning excessive fear.
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