Trauma 601 Words You Need to Know
/ˈtrɔː.mə/ (noun)
Definition
an extremely painful and long-lasting emotional experience which causes flashbacks and bitter memories into the future usually caused by devastating and appalling accidents, distressing experience, agony, panic, suffering, upset, upheaval, disturbance, anguish, torture, shock, heartbreak, distress, strain – a physical wound or injury, contusion, laceration, damage, cut
Example
Emotional and psychological trauma is the result of extraordinarily stressful events that shatter your sense of security, making you feel helpless in a dangerous world. Psychological trauma can leave you struggling with upsetting emotions, memories, and anxiety that won’t go away. It can also leave you feeling numb, disconnected, and unable to trust other people.
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Parts of speech
Verb: traumatize
Noun: traumatization
Adjective: traumatic
Adverb: traumatically
Adjective: traumatized
