aerophobia
Asked in: SSC MTS 2025
aerophobia in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC MTS 2025 One Word Substitution
Choose the most suitable one-word substitution for the following.
An irrational and intense fear of flying.Answer & explanation
Answer: A) Aerophobia
Correct Answer: Option 1 — Aerophobia
"Aerophobia" (also known as aviophobia) is the irrational and intense fear of flying in an aircraft. The word comes from the Greek "aero" (air) + "phobia" (fear).
Why the other options are wrong:
Option 2 (Acrophobia): Fear of heights — not specifically fear of flying.
Option 3 (Claustrophobia): Fear of enclosed or confined spaces.
Option 4 (Ophidiophobia): Fear of snakes.
aerophobia – questions
Has aerophobia been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – aerophobia has been asked in SSC exams: SSC MTS 2025.