Brain Damage (Noun)
Meaning
Injury to the brain that impairs its functions (especially permanently); can be caused by trauma to the head, infection, hemorrhage, inadequate oxygen, genetic abnormality, etc..
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The accident left the young driver with severe brain damage that required a long and intensive rehabilitation process.
- He suffered brain damage due to a lack of oxygen during the surgery and now requires full-time care from his family.
- The stroke caused significant brain damage, resulting in the patient losing control over their motor skills.
- Years of playing contact sports had taken a toll on the athlete, ultimately leading to irreversible brain damage.
- Brain damage from birth complications left the child with learning difficulties and limited social interaction skills.