Definition of convulse

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  • convulse is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 13
  • convulse is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 13
  • convulse is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 18

Definition of convulse

  • move or stir about violently (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. jactitate
    2. slash
    3. thrash
    4. thrash about
    5. thresh
    6. thresh about
    7. toss
  • be overcome with laughter (verb)
  • cause to contract (verb)

    Examples

    1. The spasm convulses her facial muscles
  • contract involuntarily, as in a spasm (verb)

    Examples

    1. The muscles in her face convulsed
  • make someone convulse with laughter (verb)

    Examples

    1. The comedian convulsed the crowd
  • shake uncontrollably (verb)

    Examples

    1. earthquakes convulsed the countryside

See definition of convulse in Merriam Webster