traumatic

Definitions

Relating to or causing physical injury.

Deeply distressing or disturbing to the mind or emotions.

Examples

The survivors of the earthquake shared their traumatic experiences with the rescue team.

It was a deeply traumatic event that left him struggling with anxiety for many years.

Synonyms

distressing harrowing devastating shocking painful disturbing horrific

Antonyms

soothing pleasant calming comforting delightful healing agreeable