fits
Translation
convulsions, seizures, outbursts
Examples
He suffers from epileptic fits.
He suffers from epileptic fits.
She had a fit of giggles.
She had a fit of giggles.
He works in fits and starts.
He works in fits and starts.
Grammar Patterns
a fit of ((sth.)) a sudden, short period of (sth.) She had a fit of coughing.
Similar Words
Synonyms: seizure, convulsion, outburst, spasm
Etymology
From Old English 'fitt' meaning 'conflict' or 'struggle', which evolved to mean a struggle with illness or emotion.
Memory Tips
Imagine someone having a 'fit' of anger because their clothes don't 'fit' them.