Convulsions Synonyms and Antonyms

A condition of anguished struggle and disorder
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. paroxysms
A violent disturbance
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. turbulences
  2. upheavals
  3. commotions
  4. agitations
  5. turmoils
Antonyms:
  1. harmonies
  2. peaces

Words Related to Convulsions

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Convulsions Sentence Examples

  • The events of the three years from1820-1823were the beginning of a series of convulsions which lasted till 1874.

  • The researches of Renan have refuted the once popular idea that a great part of the original island has disappeared by natural convulsions, though he believes that the remains of a submerged wall at the south end indicate that about 15 additional acres were once reclaimed and have been again lost.

  • At length breathing ceases, with or without convulsions, and the heart slowly stops.

  • The 11 th century, with its political convulsions, resulting in the establishment of an alien rule and the partial suppression of the language of the conquered race, was unfavourable to literary efforts of any kind in the vernacular.

  • But financial difficulties, combined with civil and religious convulsions, long delayed the accomplishment of his desires.

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