hedonophobia

English

noun
Definitions
  • An irrational fear of pleasure or joy, especially engaging in pleasurable or joyful activities while others are experiencing depression, illness, pain, economic hardship, or other grief.

Etymology

Affix from Ancient Greek ἡδονή (pleasure).

Origin

Ancient Greek

ἡδονή

Gloss

pleasure

Kanji

快

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