convulsed

[kənˈvʌlsd]

convulsed Definition

  • 1suffer violent involuntary contraction of the muscles, producing contortion of the body or limbs
  • 2shake or shock (someone) into taking action

Using convulsed: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "convulsed" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The patient was convulsed by a seizure.

  • Example

    The audience was convulsed with laughter.

  • Example

    The country was convulsed by political unrest.

convulsed Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for convulsed

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Summary: convulsed in Brief

The verb 'convulsed' [kənˈvʌlsd] has two main meanings. The first is to suffer violent involuntary contraction of the muscles, producing contortion of the body or limbs. The second is to shake or shock someone into taking action. Examples include 'The patient was convulsed by a seizure' and 'The audience was convulsed with laughter.'