Definition

Related to a type of muscle spasm that is characterized by repeated, rhythmic contractions and relaxations.

Example

The patient experienced clonic movements during the seizure.

Conversation

I saw a documentary about muscle spasms last night.

Oh really? Were they talking about clonic spasms?

Yes, they explained how they can be quite intense and irregular.

That sounds fascinating! I didn't know much about that before.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Clonic → It is derived from the Greek word "klonos" (κλονός), meaning turmoil or confusion. The term refers to a type of muscle contraction characterized by alternating contractions and relaxations, resembling a state of turmoil in the muscle activity.

Memory Tip

Think of the Greek word for turmoil ('klonos') to remember that 'clonic' describes a state of alternating muscle contractions, much like a chaotic movement.

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