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Definition of concussion

concussion

/kənˈkʌʃ.ən/
con · cus · sion
Plural:concussions
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Adjective:concussive
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• noun

1

A mild traumatic brain injury caused by a blow to the head or a violent shaking of the head and upper body, resulting in temporary disruption of normal brain function.

Example

"The soccer player was sidelined for two weeks after sustaining a mild concussion during the championship match."

2

A violent shock, jarring impact, or agitation caused by a heavy blow or collision.

Example

"The sudden concussion of the thunder rattled the windowpanes throughout the old house."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Latin concussio, meaning 'a shaking or shock,' derived from concutere ('to shake violently'), a combination of com- ('together') and quatere ('to shake or strike').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Concussion. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/concussion
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