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Definition of concussive

concussive

/kənˈkʌs.ɪv/
con · cus · sive
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concussive Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Relating to, resulting from, or likely to cause a concussion or traumatic brain injury.

Example

"The athletic trainer evaluated the player for concussive symptoms before allowing him to return to the game."

2

Characterized by a violent, jarring shock or forceful physical impact.

Example

"A sudden thunderclap rattled the windows with a concussive force that startled everyone in the room."

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• Rhymes for concussive

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Latin verb 'concutere' (past participle 'concussus'), meaning 'to shake violently', formed from 'con-' (together) and 'quatere' (to shake or strike).

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