Fear of messing up. The fear of making a mess, and the social embarrassment this causes, when trying something new such as roasting the turkey or throwing a dinner party. FOMU prevents people from trying out new things.
by x649 January 16, 2020
Fear Of Messing Up
Be it in a professional or a private environment you'll have moments in your life where you fear messing up on something
Be it in a professional or a private environment you'll have moments in your life where you fear messing up on something
Used in a professional environment
Co-worker: Hey, I've heard that you're about to have a meeting with the boss. Good luck!!
You: I'm going to need it. I have FOMU!
Used in a private environment
Best Friend: Sup, I've heard that you're crushing on this person, they look amazing you should ask them out!!
You: I'm too scared to, I have FOMU
Co-worker: Hey, I've heard that you're about to have a meeting with the boss. Good luck!!
You: I'm going to need it. I have FOMU!
Used in a private environment
Best Friend: Sup, I've heard that you're crushing on this person, they look amazing you should ask them out!!
You: I'm too scared to, I have FOMU
by GoddessOfDarkness August 19, 2020