Definition

The act of causing someone to experience severe emotional or psychological distress.

Example

The traumatization of children in war zones can have long-lasting effects on their mental health.

Conversation

I read an article about the effects of traumatization on kids.

That sounds really serious. What did it say?

It discussed how even small events can lead to long-term traumatization if not addressed.

Wow, it's important to talk about these things early, isn't it?

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Traumatization is formed from "trauma" (from Greek "trauma", meaning wound or injury) and "-ization" (meaning the process of making or becoming). The word refers to the process of causing or experiencing a wound or injury, particularly in a psychological context.

Memory Tip

Think of 'trauma' as a 'wound' and '-ization' as the process of making. This helps you remember that 'traumatization' means the process of causing or experiencing a wound.

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