Meaning of the word spasmodic in English

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spasmodic

US /spæzˈmɑː.dɪk/
UK /spæzˈmɒd.ɪk/

Adjective

1.

occurring or done in brief, irregular bursts

Example:
The old engine made a few spasmodic coughs before finally starting.
His efforts were spasmodic, lacking consistent dedication.
2.

relating to or characterized by spasm

Example:
He suffered from spasmodic contractions in his leg muscles.
The patient experienced spasmodic pain in the abdomen.
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