PAROXYSM


Meaning of PAROXYSM in English

(~s)

1.

A ~ of emotion is a sudden, very strong occurrence of it.

He exploded in a ~ of rage.

= fit

N-COUNT: usu N of n

2.

A ~ is a series of sudden, violent, uncontrollable movements that your body makes because you are coughing, laughing, or in great pain.

He broke into a ~ of coughing.

= spasm

N-COUNT: usu N of n/-ing

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