Spasmodically

Pronunciation: /spæzˈmɑdɪkli/

Definitions of spasmodically

adverb in a spasmodic manner; characterized by spasms or sudden bursts of activity

Example Sentences

A1 She laughed spasmodically at the clown's antics.

A2 The old car's engine sputtered spasmodically as it struggled to start.

B1 The lights flickered spasmodically during the storm.

B2 His breathing became labored and spasmodically irregular after the intense workout.

C1 The actor's performance was criticized for being too spasmodically dramatic.

C2 The artist's brushstrokes on the canvas were applied spasmodically, creating a unique and dynamic effect.

Examples of spasmodically in a Sentence

formal The patient's muscles were contracting spasmodically during the seizure.

informal She laughed spasmodically at the comedian's jokes.

slang He twitched spasmodically when he heard the loud noise.

figurative The old car's engine sputtered spasmodically before finally starting.

Grammatical Forms of spasmodically

• past tense: spasmodically
• plural: spasmodically
• comparative: more spasmodically
• superlative: most spasmodically
• present tense: spasmodically
• future tense: will spasmodically
• perfect tense: has spasmodically
• continuous tense: is spasmodically
• singular: spasmodically
• positive degree: spasmodically
• infinitive: to spasmodically
• gerund: spasmodically
• participle: spasmodically

Origin and Evolution of spasmodically

First Known Use: 1756 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'spasmodically' originated from the Greek word 'spasmos' meaning convulsion or spasm.

Evolution of the word: Initially used to describe sudden, uncontrollable movements or actions, the word 'spasmodically' has evolved to also refer to irregular or intermittent occurrences or actions.