Definition of the word convulse

The word "convulse" originates from the Latin "convulsus," which means "to snatch suddenly" or "to seize". In medicine, the term was used to describe the sudden, violent motion of the body that occurs during a seizure or convulsion. This meaning was inherited from the Latin. In the 15th century, the word "convulse" entered the English language, keeping its original meaning. Over time, its usage expanded to include figurative meanings, such as "to move or affect something violently" or "to cause intense emotional shock". Today, "convulse" is used in various contexts, including medicine, literature, and everyday language, always conveying the idea of a sudden, forceful, and often violent movement or impact.