Navigation
 
Sponsored articles
 
Our Services
 


Dictionary
 

Algophobia: An abnormal and persistent fear of pain. The fear is excessive, beyond that which is expected under the circumstances, producing an anxiety reaction.

From the Greek "algos" (pain) and "phobos" (fear). Note that an "algometer" is an instrument for measuring pain (it does so by gauging the smallest pressure that produces pain).




This term was added to the dictionary on Tuesday 04 May, 2010
See also