C1noun formal 2K

Trauma

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈtrɔːmə/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈtrɔːmə//ˈtraʊmə/"]/

Meaning of Trauma

a mental condition caused by severe shock, stress or fear, especially when the harmful effects last for a long time

In simple words: A very bad experience that causes emotional pain.

Trauma in a sentence

• the effects of trauma and stress on the body
• The children showed no signs of trauma after their ordeal.
• patients who have histories of childhood trauma
• She felt exhausted after the traumas of recent weeks.
• It can take a long time to get over such a trauma.
• We try to avoid putting children through the trauma of giving evidence.
• The patient suffered severe brain trauma.

How to use Trauma

Used in medical, psychological, or serious contexts. Not typically used in casual conversation unless referring to a serious event. Avoid using lightly.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'trauma' sounds like 'drama' — but it's much more serious.

Related words

Collocations with Trauma

• major
• severe
• emotional
• experience
• face
• go through
• patient
• survivor
• victim
• a history of trauma
• major
• severe
• emotional
• experience
• face
• go through
• patient
• survivor
• victim
• a history of trauma
• major
• severe
• emotional
• experience
• face
• go through
• patient
• survivor
• victim
• a history of trauma

Synonyms for Trauma

• injury
• shock
• distress
• suffering
• pain

Opposites of Trauma

• healing
• comfort
• safety

Common mistakes with Trauma

• Confused with 'drama' — they have different meanings.
• Using 'trauma' in a casual context, which can be inappropriate.
• Overusing the term in non-serious situations.

Frequently asked questions about Trauma

What does Trauma mean?

A very bad experience that causes emotional pain.

What is the definition of Trauma?

a mental condition caused by severe shock, stress or fear, especially when the harmful effects last for a long time

How do you use Trauma in a sentence?

the effects of trauma and stress on the body

Can you give another example of Trauma?

The children showed no signs of trauma after their ordeal.

What are synonyms for Trauma?

Common alternatives include injury, shock, distress, suffering, pain.

What is the opposite of Trauma?

Opposite meanings include healing, comfort, safety.

What words go with Trauma?

It commonly pairs with major, severe, emotional, experience, face, go through, patient, survivor, victim, a history of trauma, major, severe, emotional, experience, face, go through, patient, survivor, victim, a history of trauma, major, severe, emotional, experience, face, go through, patient, survivor, victim, a history of trauma.

What are common mistakes when using Trauma?

Confused with 'drama' — they have different meanings. Using 'trauma' in a casual context, which can be inappropriate. Overusing the term in non-serious situations.

How do you pronounce Trauma?

US: /["/ˈtrɔːmə//ˈtraʊmə/"]/, UK: /["/ˈtrɔːmə/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Trauma formal or informal?

"Trauma" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Trauma?

Used in medical, psychological, or serious contexts. Not typically used in casual conversation unless referring to a serious event. Avoid using lightly.

What CEFR level is Trauma?

"Trauma" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.