What is the term for an intense, rational fear?

The correct term for an intense, rational fear is phobia. A phobia is characterized by an overwhelming and irrational fear of a specific object, situation, or activity that is often out of proportion to the actual danger posed. This condition can lead individuals to avoid certain situations or places and may cause significant distress or impairment in daily functioning.

Simple phobia refers specifically to a fear of a particular object or situation, such as spiders or heights. While this is also a valid term within the category of phobias, it does not encompass the broader spectrum of phobias.

Agoraphobia is a specific type of phobia that involves the fear of being in situations where escape might be difficult or help unavailable in the event of a panic attack. This also highlights a particular context within phobias.

Pseudophobia is not a recognized term used in psychological literature; it does not denote a specific type of fear and therefore does not fit the question regarding intense, rational fear.