acrophobia

n. an excessive, irrational fear of heights, resulting in the avoidance of elevations or marked distress when unable to avoid high places. —acrophobic adj.

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September 8th 2024

speciesism

n. discriminatory, prejudicial, or exploitative practices against nonhuman animals, often on the basis of an assumption of human superiority. See also animal rights. —speciesist n., adj.