Trigged: meaning, definitions and examples
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trigged
[ trɪɡərd ]
emotional response
The term 'triggered' describes a strong emotional reaction or response, usually due to a specific stimulus or memory. It is often associated with feelings of anger, anxiety, or distress. In modern usage, especially on social media, it often indicates that someone feels provoked or overly sensitive about an event or comment. It can also refer to a psychological response to a traumatic event or memory that causes a person to relive their trauma.
Synonyms
agitated, provoked, reactive, stimulated.
Examples of usage
- She felt triggered by the discussion about her past.
- His comments triggered a lot of strong emotions.
- Many people are triggered by certain topics related to mental health.
Translations
Translations of the word "trigged" in other languages:
🇵🇹 provocado
🇮🇳 प्रभावित
🇩🇪 ausgelöst
🇮🇩 dipicu
🇺🇦 спричинений
🇵🇱 wywołany
🇯🇵 引き起こされた
🇫🇷 déclenché
🇪🇸 activado
🇹🇷 tetiklenmiş
🇰🇷 촉발된
🇸🇦 م triggered
🇨🇿 vyvolaný
🇸🇰 spustený
🇨🇳 触发的
🇸🇮 izzvan
🇮🇸 vakti
🇰🇿 триггерленген
🇬🇪 გააქტიურებული
🇦🇿 təhrik olunmuş
🇲🇽 provocado
Etymology
The word 'triggered' originally emerged from the verb 'trigger', which dates back to the late 19th century and means to set off or activate something. In its contemporary context, particularly post-2000s, it has been adopted within psychological and sociological discourse to describe an emotional wake-up call related to someone's past trauma or distressing memories. The term gained popularity with the rise of discussions surrounding mental health and well-being, especially in online communities and social platforms where individuals share experiences related to anxiety, trauma, and phobias. As the digital age progressed, 'triggered' became a colloquial expression used humorously or sarcastically in casual dialogue, often leading to debates about sensitivity and emotional responses in social dynamics.