spasmodic

spasmodic definition - medical

spas·mod·ic (spăz-mŏdˈĭk)

adjective
  1. Relating to, affected by, or having the character of a spasm; convulsive.
  2. Happening intermittently; fitful.
  3. Given to sudden outbursts of energy or of feeling; excitable.

Related Forms:

  • spas·modˈi·cal·ly adverb

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