trauma
Translation
trauma, shock
Examples
He suffered emotional trauma after the accident.
He suffered emotional trauma after the accident.
The patient has severe head trauma.
The patient has severe head trauma.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) a severe emotional or physical injury He suffered emotional trauma.
Similar Words
Synonyms: shock, injury, distress
Etymology
From Greek 'trauma' meaning 'wound'.
Memory Tips
It refers to both a physical 'wound' and a deep emotional one.