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Word of the Day: Hippopotomonstrosesquipedaliophobia

Hippopotomonstrosesquipedaliophobia is a popular long word that humorously refers to the fear of long words. Famous more for irony than clinical use, it is often circulated in educational and cultural situations. The word combines elements indicating size, complexity, and fear, largely exaggerating its meaning. Its popularity is in its contradiction, as the word itself can intimidate readers.

21 Jan 2026 11:32 pm