Select the most appropriate one-word substitution for the given words.
An extreme fear of darkness
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Nyctophobia.
One Word Substitution means using a specific word to replace a wordy phrase or sentence and making it shorter, concise, and clearer to understand.
An extreme fear of darkness is known as nyctophobia.
An extreme fear of water is known as hydrophobia.
An extreme fear of seeing blood is known as hemophobia.
An extreme or irrational fear of heights is known as acrophobia.