Question

Choose the nearest one word from the alternatives given below: A fear of heights

• A. Acrophobia
• B. Claustrophobia
• C. Arachnophobia
• D. Hydrophobia

Hint:

Remember:
- "Acro'' = height,
- "Claus'' = closed,
- "Arachno'' = spider,
- "Hydro'' = water.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Understand the definition
- "Acrophobia'' is derived from the Greek word "akron'' (height) and "phobia'' (fear). It means fear of heights.
Step 2: Eliminate other options
- "Claustrophobia'': Fear of confined or closed spaces.
- "Arachnophobia'': Fear of spiders.
- "Hydrophobia'': Fear of water (often associated with rabies).
Conclusion: Only "Acrophobia'' correctly refers to the fear of heights.