Bewusstseinstrübung

clouding of consciousness

noun be-VUST-zains-trueb-ung Rare

Also means

impaired consciousness

Usage Note

Bewusstseinstrübung is a medical and psychological term for reduced clarity of consciousness, ranging from fatigue to pathological states. It appears in first-aid contexts and psychology textbooks.

Examples

"Nach dem Sturz zeigte er Zeichen einer Bewusstseinstrübung."

Natural Translation

After the fall he showed signs of clouded consciousness.

Literal Translation

After the fall showed he signs of a consciousness-clouding.

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