seizure
Translation
seizure, fit, confiscation, capture
Examples
He had an epileptic seizure.
He had an epileptic seizure.
The seizure of the drugs was a major victory.
The seizure of the drugs was a major victory.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) a taking of possession of (sth.) The seizure of the illegal goods was reported.
to have a seizure to experience a sudden attack of illness The patient had a seizure last night.
Similar Words
Synonyms: fit, convulsion, attack; confiscation, capture
Etymology
From the verb 'to seize', which comes from Old French 'saisir', meaning 'to take possession of'.
Memory Tips
Think of something 'seizing' control of the body (a medical seizure) or authorities 'seizing' property (a legal seizure).