Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
spasm
noun
/ˈspæz.əm/
Definition
A sudden involuntary contraction of a muscle or group of muscles.
Examples
- After running, she felt a spasm in her calf muscle.
- His spasm of laughter caught everyone off guard.
- The spasm of pain made him wince.
Meaning
Spasm refers to a brief and often painful contraction of a muscle, leading to stiffness or discomfort. It can also refer more generally to any sudden burst of activity or emotion.
Synonyms
- cramp
- twitch
- contraction
- convulsion
