Multiple choice general knowledge

FEAR OF what causes: Kakorrhaphiophobia…..

  1. Cooking

  2. Machines

  3. Defeat

  4. Lakes
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Kakorrhaphiophobia is the fear of failure or defeat. This complex term comes from Greek 'kakos' meaning bad or evil, and 'rhaphē' meaning seam or stitch, metaphorically referring to being 'sewn up' or finished. Individuals with this phobia may avoid challenges, procrastinate excessively, or experience severe performance anxiety, as the possibility of failure triggers overwhelming fear responses.

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