clonic

/ˈklɑ.nɪk/

UK: /ˈklɒn.ɪk/

KLⱭ · nɪk (2 syllables)

English Adj

Definition

Pertaining to clonus; having irregular, convulsive spasms.

Etymology

From clonus + -ic.

Example Sentences

"Hospital attendants stand by to drag the children off, drooling, screaming, having clonic convulsions."