Meaning of the word brain-dead in English

What does brain-dead mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

brain-dead

US /ˈbreɪn.ded/

UK /ˈbreɪn.ded/

having no brain activity, typically as indicated by a flat encephalogram, and therefore no hope of recovery, although the heart may still be beating

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The patient was declared brain-dead after the accident.

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Organ donation is possible when a person is medically confirmed as brain-dead.

extremely stupid or foolish

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That was a completely brain-dead idea.

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He gave a brain-dead response to the question.

Synonym:

stupid foolish idiotic senseless mindless

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