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Convulsion (Noun)

Meaning 1

A physical disturbance such as an earthquake or upheaval.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural events.

Meaning 2

A sudden uncontrollable attack; "a paroxysm of giggling"; "a fit of coughing"; "convulsions of laughter".

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Synonyms

  • Fit
  • Paroxysm

Hypernyms

  • Attack

Meaning 3

Violent uncontrollable contractions of muscles.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Hypernyms

  • Raptus
  • Ictus

Related Words

  • Convulse (verb)

Meaning 4

A violent disturbance; "the convulsions of the stock market".

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Synonyms

  • Turmoil
  • Upheaval

Hypernyms

  • Flutter
  • Hurly Burly
  • To-do
  • Hoo-hah
  • Commotion
  • Disruption
  • Kerfuffle
  • Hoo-ha
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