Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

emotional scars

noun

ɪˈmoʊʃənl skɑrz

Definition

Emotional scars refer to the lasting psychological impact resulting from traumatic experiences or significant emotional pain.

Examples

After the incident, she carried emotional scars that influenced her relationships.
Therapy can help individuals heal from their emotional scars.
He often struggled with his emotional scars long after the trauma had passed.

Meaning

These scars are often invisible but can deeply affect a person’s thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, much like physical scars can signal past injuries.