Definition of Paroxysm

1. Noun. A sudden uncontrollable attack. "Convulsions of laughter"

Exact synonyms: Convulsion, Fit
Generic synonyms: Attack
Derivative terms: Paroxysmal

Definition of Paroxysm

1. n. The fit, attack, or exacerbation, of a disease that occurs at intervals, or has decided remissions or intermissions.

Definition of Paroxysm

1. a sudden fit or attack [n -S]

Medical Definition of Paroxysm

1. 1. The fit, attack, or exacerbation, of a disease that occurs at intervals, or has decided remissions or intermissions. 2. Any sudden and violent emotion; spasmodic passion or action; a convulsion; a fit. "The returning paroxysms of diffidence and despair." (South) Origin: F. Paroxysme, Gr, fr. To sharpen, irritate; beside, beyond + to sharpen, from sharp. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Paroxysm

parotoid
parotoids
parous
parous
Parousia
parousias
parovarian
parovarian cyst
parovariotomy
parovaritis
parovarium
paroxetime
paroxetine
paroxypropione
paroxysm (current term)
paroxysm (current term)
paroxysmal
paroxysmal
paroxysmal atrial tachycardia
paroxysmal cerebral dysrhythmia
paroxysmal cold haemoglobinuria
paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea
paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnoea
paroxysmal nocturnal haemoglobinuria
paroxysmal sleep
paroxysmal tachycardia
paroxysmal trepidant abasia
paroxysms
paroxytone
parp

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