Synonyms of convulsion

convulsion

noun

kən-ˈvəl-shən 

as in upheaval

a violent disturbance (as of the political or social order)

the Russian Revolution was one of the major convulsions of the 20th century

Synonyms & Similar Words

• upheaval
• revolution
• unrest
• earthquake
• insurrection
• revolt
• paroxysm
• uprising
• storm
• tempest
• turmoil
• tumult
• rebellion
• cataclysm
• uproar
• mutiny
• eruption
• stir
• seizure
• spasm
• insurgency
• overthrow
• outburst
• upset
• outbreak
• bouleversement
• commotion
• subversion
• trembling
• coil
• to-do
• pandemonium
• fit
• shaking
• squall
• row
• bustle
• quaking
• rout
• ruckus
• overturn
• furor
• hubbub
• flare-up
• rocking
• rumpus
• welter
• shindy
• stew
• ruction
• furore
• fuss
• bluster
• hurly-burly
• hullabaloo
• bobbery
• williwaw

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of convulsion

Signs of infection include high fever, headache, neck stiffness, disorientation, coma, convulsions, muscle weakness, vision loss and paralysis. — Esther Launstein, Cincinnati Enquirer, 27 Aug. 2026

But in some cases, West Nile can reach the brain and cause extreme headaches, meningitis, tremors, convulsions and paralysis. — Mary Randolph, Scientific American, 21 Aug. 2026

The gas was highly toxic to the respiratory system, causing asphyxiation, convulsions, and, in severe cases, death. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 19 Aug. 2026

Healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as a high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea, but more serious symptoms may include headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance, or convulsions. — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 17 Aug. 2026