Definition

A condition where the eyelid muscles contract involuntarily, causing repeated blinking or spasms.

Example

The doctor explained that blepharospasm can be quite uncomfortable and may require treatment.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of blepharospasm?

No, what is that?

It's a condition where your eyelid muscles contract involuntarily.

That sounds uncomfortable! Is there any treatment for it?

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Blepharospasm is formed from "blepharon" (from Greek "βλέφαρον", meaning eyelid) and "spasmos" (from Greek "σπασμός", meaning a sudden involuntary contraction). The word describes a sudden involuntary contraction of the eyelid muscles.

Memory Tip

Think of 'eyelid' ('blepharon') and 'sudden contraction' ('spasmos') to remember that 'blepharospasm' refers to an involuntary spasm of the eyelid.

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