paroxysm
nounHow many syllables in paroxysm?
There are 3 syllables in the word paroxysm.How to pronounce paroxysm:
Definition of paroxysm:
- paroxysm (noun):
- a fit or convulsion
- noun. a sudden uncontrollable attack.
- a fit, attack, or sudden increase or recurrence of symptoms (as of a disease) convulsion
Synonyms for paroxysm:
agony
attack
blaze
burst
convulsion
ebullition
eruption
explosion
fit
flare
flare-up
flash
flush
frenzy
gale
gush
gust
outburst
rage
seizure
spasm
storm
Antonyms for paroxysm:
calm
calmness
completion
conclusion
contentment
continuity
end
ending
finale
finish
happiness
harmony
obedience
order
peace
peacefulness
upset
wrath
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