PAROXYSM

paroxysm, fit, convulsion

(noun) a sudden uncontrollable attack; “a paroxysm of giggling”; “a fit of coughing”; “convulsions of laughter”

Source: WordNet® 3.1

Etymology

Noun

paroxysm (plural paroxysms)

A random or sudden outburst (of activity).

An explosive event during a volcanic eruption.

A sudden recurrence of a disease, such as a seizure or a coughing fit.

Source: Wiktionary

Par"ox*ysm, n. Etym: [F. paroxysme, Gr.

1. (Med.)

Definition: The fit, attack, or exacerbation, of a disease that occurs at intervals, or has decided remissions or intermissions. Arbuthnot.

2. Any sudden and violent emotion; spasmodic passion or action; a convulsion; a fit. The returning paroxysms of diffidence and despair. South.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition

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