1. plural of neophobia; persistent, irrational fears of anything new or unfamiliar
Usage: psychology/medical term; typically used in plural form when referring to multiple instances or contexts

Examples

• Some elderly patients experience neophobias that make it difficult for them to adopt new technologies.
• The company's neophobias about digital transformation delayed their modernization efforts.
• Children with neophobias may struggle when introduced to unfamiliar foods or environments.
• Organizational neophobias can prevent businesses from innovating and staying competitive.
• Therapists work to help clients overcome their neophobias through gradual exposure to new situations.