Meaning of the word spasm in English

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spasm

US /ˈspæz.əm/

UK /ˈspæz.əm/

a sudden, involuntary muscular contraction or convulsive movement

Example:

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The sudden cold water caused a spasm in his leg.

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She experienced a painful muscle spasm in her back.

Synonym:

convulsion cramp twitch contraction fit

a sudden, brief spell of an activity or emotion

Example:

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He had a sudden spasm of anger.

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The market experienced a brief spasm of volatility.

Synonym:

burst outburst fit bout rush

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