1. a physical injury or wound caused by external force
Usage: medical
2. psychological shock or emotional disturbance resulting from a distressing experience
Usage: psychology

Examples

• The doctor examined the patient for signs of traumatism after the accident.
• Head traumatism requires immediate medical attention.
• The therapist helped her work through the traumatism of losing her home.
• Combat veterans often suffer from severe traumatism.
• The child showed signs of traumatism following the frightening incident.
• Medical professionals are trained to recognize different types of traumatism.