How To Spell kleptophobia?
How to Pronounce kleptophobia?
Correct pronunciation for the word "kleptophobia" is [klˌɛptəfˈə͡ʊbi͡ə], [klˌɛptəfˈəʊbiə], [k_l_ˌɛ_p_t_ə_f_ˈəʊ_b_iə].
"Kleptophobia" in context
Kleptophobia is a unique and uncommon fear that can have a serious and damaging effect on an individual's life. It is the fear of stealing or being a thief, although the sufferer is not a thief in any way and does not intend to become one. It is a fear of stealing one's own possessions, even though the sufferer is not interested in doing so, and others may find this behaviour irrational.
Kleptophobia is often caused by experiences in childhood such as parental disciplines or experiences of being bullied by peers, although it can also be caused by a traumatic event that has occurred later in life.
Kleptophobia is often caused by experiences in childhood such as parental disciplines or experiences of being bullied by peers, although it can also be caused by a traumatic event that has occurred later in life.
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- Correct spelling for kleptophobia [Infographic] | Spellchecker.net
- kleptophobia - English spelling dictionary
- Kleptophobia | Definition of kleptophobia by Merriam-Webster
- Kleptophobia definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary
- Kleptophobia | Definition of kleptophobia at Dictionary.com
- Kleptophobia dictionary definition | kleptophobia defined
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