noun
- plural of acrophobe; people who have an intense fear of heights
Usage: countable noun; from Greek acron (peak) + phobos (fear)
Examples
- Acrophobes often avoid tall buildings and mountain hikes.
- The observation deck at the top of the skyscraper is not ideal for acrophobes.
- Many acrophobes experience dizziness and anxiety when looking down from high places.
- Rock climbers are typically not acrophobes.
- Acrophobes may benefit from gradual exposure therapy to manage their fear.