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paroxysmal

/pærɒksɪzml/ adjective · British & US
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What does paroxysmal mean?

adjective

Recurring in sudden, violent, or irregular fits or attacks; characterized by sudden, intense, and often uncontrollable outbursts or episodes.

Example

"The paroxysmal symptoms of the disease made it difficult to diagnose."

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