convulsion (Meaning)

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convulsion (n)

a sudden uncontrollable attack

violent uncontrollable contractions of muscles

a violent disturbance

a physical disturbance such as an earthquake or upheaval

convulsion Sentence Examples

  1. The earthquake sent convulsions through the ground, shaking buildings and causing widespread damage.
  2. She experienced sudden convulsions of pain in her abdomen, doubling over in agony.
  3. Witnessing the accident caused a convulsion of fear in the bystanders, who rushed to offer assistance.
  4. The political scandal sent convulsions through the nation, leading to widespread protests and calls for reform.
  5. The child's convulsions were a symptom of the high fever, requiring immediate medical attention.
  6. The convulsions of the ship during the storm made even the most seasoned sailors uneasy.
  7. Economic convulsions often accompany periods of rapid change, leading to uncertainty in financial markets.
  8. The convulsions of laughter from the audience were music to the comedian's ears as he delivered his punchline.
  9. The patient experienced convulsions as a side effect of the medication, prompting a change in treatment.
  10. The convulsions of the dying star emitted bursts of energy visible from light-years away.

FAQs About the word convulsion

a sudden uncontrollable attack, violent uncontrollable contractions of muscles, a violent disturbance, a physical disturbance such as an earthquake or upheaval

unrest, earthquake,upheaval, revolution, rebellion, tempest, paroxysm,insurrection, uproar, stir

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The earthquake sent convulsions through the ground, shaking buildings and causing widespread damage.

She experienced sudden convulsions of pain in her abdomen, doubling over in agony.

Witnessing the accident caused a convulsion of fear in the bystanders, who rushed to offer assistance.

The political scandal sent convulsions through the nation, leading to widespread protests and calls for reform.