Meaning of the word convulsion in English
What does convulsion mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
convulsion
US /kənˈvʌl.ʃən/
UK /kənˈvʌl.ʃən/
Noun
1.
a sudden, violent, irregular movement of a limb or of the body, caused by involuntary contraction of muscles and associated especially with brain disorders such as epilepsy, the presence of certain toxins or other agents in the blood, or fever in children
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The child suffered a severe convulsion during the high fever.
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He was rushed to the hospital after experiencing a series of convulsions.
2.
a violent social or political upheaval
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The country was thrown into political convulsions after the election results.
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The economic crisis caused widespread social convulsions.
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