👉 Hydrophobophobia is a phobia characterized by fear of water, especially those with a strong desire to escape from or avoid water. It can be triggered by exposure to high amounts of liquid, such as when swimming in cold waters, soaking in hot tubs, or handling contaminated water sources like drinking water. The term "hydrophobophobia" is derived from the Greek word "hydrophobia," which means "fear of water." The fear is so intense that it can cause