Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
The irrational fear of snakes
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Ophidiophobia.
Correct word: Ophidiophobia
Meaning: An irrational fear of snakes.
Example: Because of her ophidiophobia, she avoided going on jungle treks.
Meanings of the other words:
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Option 1: Xenophobia – Fear or dislike of foreigners or strangers.
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Option 3: Necrophobia – Irrational fear of dead things or death.
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Option 4: Nomophobia – Fear of being without a mobile phone or losing signal.
Hence, the chosen option will be correct.