Synonyms of concussions

concussions

noun

plural of concussion

1

as in collisions

a forceful coming together of two things

the concussion of the two football players sent them both to the ground

Synonyms & Similar Words

• collisions
• impacts
• crashes
• shocks
• jolts
• thumps
• bumps
• slams
• blows
• impingements
• encounters
• contacts
• slaps
• kicks
• punches
• jounces
• strikes
• jars
• hits
• knocks
• raps
• wallops
• buffets
• batterings
• thrashings
• bashings
• smashes
• touches
• meetings
• lickings

2

as in crashes

the violent coming together of two bodies into destructive contact

the theory that such a concussion, by a giant asteroid or comet millions of years ago, led to the extinction of the dinosaurs

Synonyms & Similar Words

• collisions
• crashes
• wrecks
• accidents
• smashups
• crack-ups
• pileups
• ruins
• smashes
• destructions
• demolishments

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of concussions

But for all the talk about Penix’s knee(s), the new coaching staff and the best way to handle a less-than-ideal quarterback situation, Tagovailoa’s history of concussions hasn’t been particularly top of mind. — Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 9 Sep. 2026

This protocol is broader than concussions, but the process is similar. — Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026

Tim Moscicki, an athletic trainer at Loyola High for 38 years, said much has changed for the better in protecting football players from concussions and other head injuries. — Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 30 Aug. 2026

Our emergency departments see many fractures and concussions from high-speed crashes. — Michael Swartzon, Miami Herald, 28 Aug. 2026

Stokes also said that the three concussions have left him with some lingering symptoms. — Cara Lynn Shultz, PEOPLE, 27 Aug. 2026

Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy- Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) is the result of various concussions over the years. — Connie Etermadi, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026

Also back was starting right guard Dominick Puni and defensive tackle CJ West, who both suffered concussions in recent practices. — Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 23 Aug. 2026

Meanwhile, defensive tackle CJ West and offensive lineman Dominick Puni returned from concussions. — Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 23 Aug. 2026