trauma

• Nom désignant soit une lésion physique du corps causée par un agent extérieur, soit une expérience émotionnelle profondément bouleversante pouvant entraîner des séquelles psychologiques durables.

A noun referring to either a physical injury to the body caused by an external force, or a deeply distressing emotional experience that can have lasting psychological effects.

1. Physical injuryB2formalmedical

   Any physical damage to the body caused by violence, accident, or fracture.

   Traumatisme physique

   • The patient was admitted to the hospital with severe trauma after the car accident.
   • Head trauma can lead to long-term cognitive issues.
   • The surgeon specialized in treating trauma from sports injuries.

   Synonymesdamageharmhurtinjurylesionwound

   Antonymeshealinghealthwellness

2. Emotional shockB2formalmedical

   An emotional wound or shock that often has long-lasting psychological effects.

   Traumatisme psychique

   • She experienced deep trauma after losing her home in the fire.
   • Therapy can help people recover from childhood trauma.
   • The war left a lasting trauma on the entire community.

   Synonymesanguishdistresshurtordealpainshocksufferingupsetwound

   Antonymescomfortconsolationsolace