Definition of "neophobia" [neophobia]

• The fear or dislike of new things. (noun)

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• "Dow: There's a subset of phobias called neophobia, which is basically being afraid of new foods."
• "Some experts think that neophobia is essentially a reflection of personality."
• "Unlike nearly every other phobia, neophobia is a normal stage of human development."