GRE Word List
PAROXYSM
a fit, attack, or sudden increase or recurrence of symptoms (as of a disease) : convulsion
The meaning of the word paroxysm is a fit, attack, or sudden increase or recurrence of symptoms (as of a disease) : convulsion.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
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| indissoluble | not dissoluble |
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| monumental | serving as or resembling a monument : massive |
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