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Definition of Convulsive
1. Adjective. Affected by involuntary jerky muscular contractions; resembling a spasm. "Spastic movements"
Exact synonyms: Spasmodic, Spastic
Similar to: Unsteady
Derivative terms: Convulse, Convulse, Spasticity
Similar to: Unsteady
Derivative terms: Convulse, Convulse, Spasticity
2. Adjective. Resembling a convulsion in being sudden and violent. "Convulsive laughter"
Definition of Convulsive
1. a. Producing, or attended with, convulsions or spasms; characterized by convulsions; convulsionary.
Definition of Convulsive
1. [adj]
Medical Definition of Convulsive
1. Relating to convulsions; marked by or producing convulsions. (05 Mar 2000)