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    Convulsif (en. Convulsive)

    /kɔ̃.vyl.sif/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    That which provokes seizures.
    A convulsive seizure can be dangerous.
    Une crise convulsive peut être dangereuse.
    Referring to a jerky and uncontrolled movement.
    He had a convulsive gesture upon hearing the noise.
    Il a eu un geste convulsif en entendant le bruit.
    Related to muscle spasms.
    Convulsive symptoms require medical attention.
    Les symptômes convulsifs nécessitent une attention médicale.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'convulsivus', derived from 'convulsus', the past participle of 'convellere', meaning 'to tear away' or 'to shake'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    convulsive seizure
    An episode of involuntary muscle contraction often associated with epilepsy.
    crise convulsive
    convulsive reaction
    A physical response involving uncontrolled movements.
    réaction convulsive
    convulsive sign
    An indicator of the onset of seizures.
    signe convulsif

    Related Words

    convulsion
    Sudden and involuntary muscle contraction.
    convulsion
    epilepsy
    Neurological disease causing convulsive seizures.
    épilepsie
    spasm
    Rapid and involuntary muscle contraction.
    spasme

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to someone who acts unpredictably.
    He is really convulsive when he is surprised.
    Il est vraiment convulsif quand il est surpris.
    Refers to erratic behavior.
    His dance style is a bit convulsive, but it makes everyone laugh.
    Son style de danse est un peu convulsif, mais ça fait rire tout le monde.