convulsion
Translation
convulsion, fit, seizure, upheaval
Examples
The child had a convulsion due to the high fever.
The child had a convulsion due to the high fever.
The country was in political convulsion.
The country was in political convulsion.
Grammar Patterns
to have a convulsion to experience a medical seizure The child had a convulsion due to the high fever.
in convulsion in a state of violent social or political upheaval The country was in political convulsion.
Similar Words
Synonyms: seizure, spasm, upheaval, turmoil
Etymology
From Latin 'convellere' (to pull together violently). 'con-' (together) + 'vellere' (to pluck, pull).
Memory Tips
Imagine muscles being 'pulled' ('vuls') 'together' ('con-') violently, which describes a convulsion.