semicroma

/sɛmɪˈkoʊmə/ (sem-ee-KOH-muh)

Definitions

1. noun

A state of partial unconsciousness or impaired consciousness, often seen in patients who have suffered severe brain injury or have been under anesthesia for a long period.

“After the car accident, she fell into a semicoma and spent weeks in the hospital.”

Synonyms

  • coma
  • vegetative state

Antonyms

  • alertness
  • consciousness