brain damage

noun

, Pathology.

1. injury or harm, congenital or acquired, to the tissues of the brain resulting from inadequate oxygen supply, trauma, or other cause.

Other Words From

• brain-damaged adjective

Example Sentences

Mr Hibbert was left with a spinal cord injury and Ms Hibbert suffered severe brain damage as a result of the bombing.

From BBC

He developed brain damage and a seizure disorder, and eventually a psychiatric evaluation labeled him “cognitively and physically disabled.”

From Los Angeles Times

One boy suffered permanent brain damage, the court heard.

From BBC

When ingested by children, the heavy metal can cause irreversible brain damage and behavioral issues.

From Los Angeles Times

It is not known when Myles may regain consciousness or whether he will have suffered any permanent brain damage.

From BBC

Related Words

• cognitive impairment
• debilitation
• impairment
• incapacitation
• intellectual disability
• limitation
• restriction