Multiple choice general knowledge My friend doesn't join me for swimming ,may be he is having___? Hydrophobophobia Hydrargyophobia Hydrophobia Homophobia Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself C Correct answer Explanation Hydrophobia is the irrational fear of water, which would prevent someone from joining swimming activities. While commonly associated with rabies in medical contexts, in its phobia usage it specifically refers to the fear of water itself.