paroxysm

noun
/ˈpær.əkˌsɪz.əm/

Meaning

A sudden, violent outburst of emotion or activity.

Example Sentences

She was seized by a paroxysm of laughter.

Synonyms

outburst, convulsion, spasm, fit, eruption

Antonyms

calm, peace, composure

Collocations

paroxysm of anger, paroxysm of rage, paroxysm of laughter

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