adj
spasmodic
Spasmodic (adj) means of or relating to a spasm; resembling a sudden contraction of the muscles.
adj
1
Of or relating to a spasm; resembling a sudden contraction of the muscles.
2
Convulsive; consisting of spasms.
3
Intermittent or fitful; occurring in abrupt bursts.
4
Erratic or unsustained.
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Etymology
From New Latin spasmōdicus, from Ancient Greek σπασμώδης (spasmṓdēs, “spasmodic”), from σπασμός (spasmós, “spasm”).
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What is the meaning of spasmodic?
"spasmodic" (adj) means of or relating to a spasm; resembling a sudden contraction of the muscles.
What are the different meanings of spasmodic?
"spasmodic" has 3 main meanings: 1. Of or relating to a spasm; resembling a sudden contraction of the muscles; 2. Convulsive; consisting of spasms; 3. Intermittent or fitful; occurring in abrupt bursts.