Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lobotomized
Adjective
/ləˈbɒtəˌmaɪzd/
Definition
The act of performing a lobotomy, a surgical procedure that involves severing connections in the brain’s prefrontal cortex.
Examples
- After being lobotomized, the patient displayed a marked change in temperament.
- Historically, many individuals were lobotomized as a treatment for severe mental disorders, leading to controversial outcomes.
Meaning
Lobotomized refers to the state of having undergone a lobotomy, often resulting in significant changes to a person’s personality and behavior.
Synonyms
- Neurosurgically altered
- Psychosurgically compromised
