What is another word for gerontophobia?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˌɛɹəntəfˈə͡ʊbi͡ə] (IPA) 
Gerontophobia, which refers to the irrational fear, dislike or discrimination against elderly people, can also be expressed using different words. Ageism, which is the discrimination against people on the basis of their age, is a similar term. Seniophobia, which is the fear of growing old or fear of old age, can also be used to refer to gerontophobia. Another synonym is gerascophobia, which is the fear of aging or growing old. Old age dread, aged hysteria, elderly intolerance, and senior citizen-o-phobia are some of the other terms used to describe the negative feelings towards seniors. Regardless of the word used, it's important to combat ageism and increase awareness and respect for the elderly.
