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Benommenheit

grogginess, dazedness

noun be-NOM-en-hite Rare

Also means

mental numbness

Usage Note

Benommenheit describes a state of mental fogginess or dull confusion, often after waking, an illness, or a shock. It implies reduced cognitive sharpness rather than unconsciousness.

Examples

"Nach dem langen Flug kämpfte er gegen die Benommenheit an."

Natural Translation

After the long flight he fought against the grogginess.

Literal Translation

After the long flight fought he against the grogginess on.

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