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- [kuh n-vuhl-siv]
- /kənˈvʌl sɪv/
- /kənˈvʌlsɪvlɪ/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [kuh n-vuhl-siv]
- /kənˈvʌl sɪv/
Definitions of convulsively word
- adjective convulsively of the nature of or characterized by convulsions or spasms. 1
- adjective convulsively producing or accompanied by convulsion: convulsive rage. 1
- noun convulsively In a convulsive manner. 1
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Origin of convulsively
First appearance:
before 1605 One of the 40% oldest English words
From the Latin word convulsīvus, dating back to 1605-15. See convulse, -ive
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Parts of speech for Convulsively
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
convulsively popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 79% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 58% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
convulsively usage trend in Literature
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