Parodynia is an uncommon term that refers to a morbid or exaggerated fear of parody, typically among artists or performers. The word can be broken down into four syllables: pa-ro-dy-ni-a. In IPA phonetic transcription, it is pronounced as /pəˈrɒdəniə/. The stress falls on the second syllable. The word is derived from the Greek word "parōdía," meaning "a counter-song or ballad." While this term is not widely used, it captures an interesting psychological phenomenon among creative professionals.
1. Labor-pains. 2. Abnormal or difficult labor, dystocia.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.