paroxysm

noun

How many syllables in paroxysm?

There are 3 syllables in the word paroxysm.

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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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