Multiple choice general knowledge what is Rupophobia? Fear of death or dying Fear of dirt Fear of tyrants Fear of Satan. Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself B Correct answer Explanation Rupophobia is the fear of dirt, filth, or dirtiness. The term comes from the Greek 'rupos' meaning filth or dirt. This is distinct from thanatophobia (fear of death), tyrannophobia (fear of tyrants), or satanophobia (fear of Satan).