Basiphobia

/ˌbeɪsɪˈfoʊbiə/ noun

Definition

An abnormal or irrational fear of walking or standing upright; fear of base or foundation.

Etymology

From Greek 'basis' (base, foundation) + 'phobos' (fear). A psychological term describing fear related to balance, walking, or the base of the body.

Kelly Says

Basiphobia might sound made-up, but it's a real anxiety disorder where people are terrified of standing or walking—it's related to balance disorders and can be seriously debilitating!

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