rhytiphobia

Definition

The fear of getting wrinkles.

Etymology

Borrowed from Ancient Greek ῥῠτῐ́ς (rhŭtĭ́s, “wrinkle”) + -phobia.

Example Sentences

• "Now, rhytiphobia, the fear of getting wrinkles, is a phobia that I can understand. Although I have been using moisturizer on my face for years, I still have those fine and not-so-fine lines appearing."
• "“If you don't stop hassling Richelle about being late, she’ll develop chronomeatrophobia^([sic]) – fear of clocks,” said Tom proudly. “To go with her rhytiphobia.” ¶ “What’s that?” I snapped. I had to know. ¶ “Fear of getting wrinkles,” he sighed happily. He’d been dying for me to ask."
• "Under the roof of the arcade, supported by baffling formations, and relieving arches, even wizened people, the old, the dowager, the snowy-haired, the senile and doddering, would be healthy, active, and vigorous. Sprightly and spry. Rhytiphobia, fear of wrinkles, could be forgotten. This gave rise to dancing and dinner parties, and fun and gaiety."