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CONVULSIONS

(noun)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Convulsions.

Convulsions - as a noun

A sudden uncontrollable attack

Example: "A paroxysm of giggling"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fitparoxysm

Violent uncontrollable contractions of muscles

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
ictusraptusseizure
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A violent disturbance

Example: "The convulsions of the stock market"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
turmoilupheaval

A physical disturbance such as an earthquake or upheaval

Example Sentences

"She was rushed to the hospital after experiencing violent convulsions."
"The medication helped to control his seizures and prevent convulsions."
"His body went into convulsions as a result of the poison he had ingested."
"The child's convulsions were a distressing sight for the parents."
"During an epileptic episode, he would often have uncontrollable convulsions."
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Word Game Points

Is CONVULSIONS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, convulsions is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CONVULSIONS has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is CONVULSIONS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, convulsions is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CONVULSIONS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.

Is CONVULSIONS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, convulsions is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CONVULSIONS has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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