convulsionary
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /kənˈvʌlʃənəri/
KK: /kənˈvəlʃənˌɛri/
adjective
Definition
Relating to or characterized by convulsions, which are sudden, violent movements of the body.
Example
The patient experienced convulsionary episodes that required immediate medical attention.
Conversation
Did you hear about the movie with the convulsionary scenes?
Yeah, I heard it was really intense and hard to watch.
I’m not sure I can handle those kinds of scenes anymore.
Same here, I prefer something more light-hearted.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
spasmodic
twitching
jerky
Antonyms
calm
stable
smooth
noun
Definition
A person who experiences or causes convulsions, often related to seizures or spasms.
Example
The doctor explained that a convulsionary might need special care during a seizure.
Conversation
Have you ever met a convulsionary at the circus?
No, I haven't! What do they do?
They perform these incredible tricks that almost seem like magic.
Root Explanation
Convulsionary → It is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "vulsus" (from "vulsa", meaning to pull or tear). The word describes something related to convulsions, which are sudden, violent movements that occur together in the body.
Memory Tip
Think of 'together' ('con-') and 'pulling' or 'tearing' ('vulsus') to remember that 'convulsionary' relates to sudden, violent movements happening together.
Visually Confused Words
revulsionary