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Automysophobia

Definition:

Automysophobia is the fear or anxiety of being dirty or unclean excessively.

Senses:

• Noun: The condition or state of having an extreme fear of dirt or being contaminated.

Usage:

People with automysophobia tend to exhibit various behaviors to avoid any perceived contamination. This includes excessive hand-washing, avoiding public places, and constantly cleaning their surroundings.

Sample Sentences:

• John's automysophobia was so severe that he would wash his hands more than twenty times a day.
• Susan's automysophobia made it difficult for her to eat at restaurants as she was constantly worried about the cleanliness of the utensils.

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