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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

convulsion

/kənˈvʌlsən/ noun · British & US
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What does convulsion mean?

noun

A sudden, violent contraction or spasm of a muscle or a group of muscles, often accompanied by a loss of consciousness. A sudden, violent, or uncontrolled movement or action.

Example

"The patient experienced a convulsion after the accident, but fortunately, she made a full recovery."

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