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- [kuh n-vuhl-shuh n]
- /kənˈvʌl ʃən/
- /kənˈvʌl.ʃən/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [kuh n-vuhl-shuh n]
- /kənˈvʌl ʃən/
Definitions of convulsion word
- countable noun convulsion If someone has convulsions, they suffer uncontrollable movements of their muscles. 3
- countable noun convulsion If there are convulsions in a country, system, or organization, there are major unexpected changes in it. 3
- noun convulsion a violent involuntary contraction of a muscle or muscles 3
- noun convulsion a violent upheaval, disturbance, or agitation, esp a social one 3
- noun convulsion uncontrollable laughter 3
- noun convulsion a violent, involuntary contraction or spasm of the muscles 3
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Origin of convulsion
First appearance:
before 1575 One of the 34% oldest English words
First recorded in 1575-85, convulsion is from the Latin word convulsiōn- (stem of convulsiō). See convulse, -ion
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Parts of speech for Convulsion
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
convulsion popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 73% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for convulsion
noun convulsion
- tremor — involuntary shaking of the body or limbs, as from disease, fear, weakness, or excitement; a fit of trembling.
- cramp — Cramp is a sudden strong pain caused by a muscle suddenly contracting. You sometimes get cramp in a muscle after you have been making a physical effort over a long period of time.
- contraction — When a woman who is about to give birth has contractions, she experiences a very strong, painful tightening of the muscles of her womb.
- seizure — the act or an instance of seizing.
- paroxysm — any sudden, violent outburst; a fit of violent action or emotion: paroxysms of rage.
Antonyms for convulsion
noun convulsion
- harmony — agreement; accord; harmonious relations.
- peace — the normal, nonwarring condition of a nation, group of nations, or the world.
- calmness — without rough motion; still or nearly still: a calm sea.
- calm — A calm person does not show or feel any worry, anger, or excitement.
- quiet — making no noise or sound, especially no disturbing sound: quiet neighbors.
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