Glossophobia is a noun that refers to a fear of public speaking.

Our word of the day is comprised of the Greek prefix G-L-O-S-S-O, derived from the word for ‘language.’ And P-H-O-B-I-A, a Greek suffix that refers to fear. Here’s an example of the what they create when combined:

Sharon’s glossophobia makes me wonder why she chose to pursue a career in politics in the first place. You’d think someone who feared speaking public would avoid a life of giving speeches, but she has eagerly chased it.