Definitions

1. noun

A severe emotional or psychological shock, typically as a result of a disturbing experience.

“The traumatic event had a profound impact on her mental health.”

2. noun

A physical injury, especially one caused by violence or accident.

“He suffered a head trauma in the car accident.”

3. noun

A disturbance or shock to an organism or its tissues, caused by physical agents such as heat, radiation, or chemicals, or by biological agents such as toxins.

“The trauma from the fire left the building uninhabitable.”

4. noun

A shock or injury to a system or process, especially an ecosystem or an economy.

“The trauma of the oil spill had a devastating impact on the marine ecosystem.”

5. verb

To cause severe emotional or psychological shock to someone or something.

“The news of the natural disaster was going to traumatize the children.”

6. verb

To cause physical injury or damage to something.

“The harsh weather traumatized the crops, resulting in significant losses.”