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Definition of traumatic

traumatic

/trɔːˈmætɪk/
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Adverb:traumatically
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1

Emotionally disturbing or distressing to a severe degree, often producing lasting psychological shock or harm.

Example

"Moving to a new country at a young age can be a deeply traumatic experience for a child."

2

Relating to or caused by a physical wound or sudden bodily injury.

Example

"The patient was admitted to the intensive care unit for observation following a traumatic brain injury."

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trashy
trattoria
trauma
traumatic
traumatically
traumatization
traumatize

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the mid-17th century from Late Latin traumaticus, from Ancient Greek traumatikos ('pertaining to wounds'), derived from trauma ('a wound or hurt'). Originally used strictly in medicine to describe physical injuries, it acquired its psychological sense in the late 19th century.

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