Spasmodic vs Larypgismus - What's the difference?
spasmodic | larypgismus |
Of or relating to a spasm; resembling a sudden contraction of the muscles.
Convulsive; consisting of spasms.
Intermittent or fitful; occurring in abrupt bursts.
Erratic or unsustained.
(medicine) A spasmodic state of the glottis, giving rise to contraction or closure of the opening.
(Webster 1913)
As an adjective spasmodic
is of or relating to a spasm; resembling a sudden contraction of the muscles.As a noun larypgismus is
(medicine) a spasmodic state of the glottis, giving rise to contraction or closure of the opening.spasmodic
English
Adjective
(en adjective)- spasmodic asthma
- spasmodic zeal or industry