convulse

verb
/kənˈvʌls/

Meaning

to shake violently; to suffer sudden involuntary contractions

Example Sentences

The patient convulsed during the seizure.

Synonyms

shake, tremble, spasm, jerk

Antonyms

calm, relax

Collocations

convulse with, convulse violently, body convulses

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