concuss

• Verbe signifiant blesser le cerveau à la suite d'un choc ou d'une commotion violente, provoquant une perte de conscience temporaire ou une confusion.

A verb meaning to injure the brain by a violent blow or shock, causing temporary unconsciousness or confusion.

1. Shake violentlyC1formalmedical

   To shake or agitate something with great force.

   Secouer violemment

   • The explosion concussed the entire building.
   • The earthquake concussed the ground, causing cracks in the walls.
   • The impact concussed the vehicle, throwing the passengers forward.

   Synonymesagitateconvulsejarjoltrockshake

2. Injure the brainB2formalmedical

   To cause a concussion, a traumatic brain injury resulting from a blow to the head or violent shaking.

   Commotionner (le cerveau)

   • The athlete was concussed after a heavy tackle during the game.
   • He was concussed in the car accident and had to be hospitalized.
   • The doctor diagnosed him as concussed after the fall.