What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
contorsive
Example
The contorsive yoga pose was difficult to hold for more than a few seconds. [contorsive: adjective]
Example
The contorsive dancer wowed the audience with her flexible movements. [contorsive: adjective]
convulsive
Example
The patient experienced convulsive seizures as a result of their illness. [convulsive: adjective]
Example
The convulsive shaking of the earthquake caused widespread damage to buildings. [convulsive: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Convulsive is more commonly used than contorsive in everyday language, especially in medical contexts. Contorsive is less common and is typically used in the context of dance or performance.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between contorsive and convulsive?
Both contorsive and convulsive are formal words, but convulsive is more commonly used in medical or technical contexts, making it more formal in those settings.
