Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
seizure
noun
/ˈsiːʒər/
Definition
A sudden occurrence of a neurological condition characterized by uncontrolled electrical activity in the brain.
Examples
- The patient’s seizure lasted for several minutes.
- After the seizure, he felt exhausted and confused.
- Doctors observed multiple seizures during the monitoring process.
Meaning
Seizures can manifest in various ways, including convulsions, loss of consciousness, or unusual sensations and behaviors.
Synonyms
- convulsion
- fit
- episode
- attack
