Vellication (Noun)

Meaning

A sudden muscle spasm; especially one caused by a nervous condition.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Synonyms

• Twitch
• Twitching

Hypernyms

• Cramp
• Spasm

Hyponyms

• Blepharism
• Tic
• Fibrillation
• Fasciculation

Related Words

• Vellicate (verb)