convulsive

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to or characterized by convulsions, especially seizures caused by epilepsy.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with convulsive
revives , surprises , devises , applies

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Variants

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convulsive , convulsively , convulsiveness , convulsivenesses

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'convulsus' meaning 'violently shaken' or 'thrown into a frenzy'.

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Trivia

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1. Convulsive syncope is a condition where fainting is accompanied by seizure-like activity.

2. The word 'convulsive' comes from the Latin word 'convulsus', which means 'thrown into a frenzy' or 'violently shaken'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Epilepsy: A neurological disorder characterized by recurrent seizures.

2. Seizure: A sudden, uncontrollable electrical disturbance in the brain.

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Culture

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In literature, 'convulsive' has been used to describe the intense emotions or reactions of characters. In medical contexts, it is commonly associated with epileptic seizures and other neurological conditions.

How to Memorize "convulsive"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person having a seizure, with their body shaking uncontrollably.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'convulsive' with the word 'seizure'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'C-O-N-V-U-L-S-I-V-E': 'Convulsions Occurring Neurologically, Violently Involuntary Seizures'.

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