Dictionary Check: convulsion

"convulsion" is a valid word!

Scrabble 15 points
Words with Friends 21 points

Definition

noun

a sudden uncontrollable attack

Example: "a paroxysm of giggling"
Synonyms:
noun

violent uncontrollable contractions of muscles

noun

a violent disturbance

Example: "the convulsions of the stock market"
Synonyms:
noun

a physical disturbance such as an earthquake or upheaval

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