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traumatise

/trəˈmɒtɪz/ verb · British & US
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What does traumatise mean?

verb

To cause someone to experience a strong feeling of shock, distress, or anxiety, often as a result of a traumatic event. To cause someone to feel traumatized.

Example

"The news of the accident was likely to traumatise the family."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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