paroxysm [noun]

Definition of paroxysm:

a sudden uncontrollable attack

Synonyms of paroxysm:

● Convulsion

● Fit

● Spasm

● Outburst

● Rage

● Seizure

● Outbreak

● Attack

● Passion

● Frenzy

● Explosion


Opposite/Antonyms of paroxysm:

● Calm

● Pause

● Peacefulness

● Cyclone

● Calmness


Sentence/Example of paroxysm:

The world today is caught in a paroxysm of violent upheaval.