spasmodic

Definition of Spasmodic in English :

1. convulsive, spasmodic, spastic

affected by involuntary jerky muscular contractions; resembling a spasm

Example Sentences:
'convulsive motions'
'his body made a spasmodic jerk'
'spastic movements'

2. fitful, spasmodic

occurring in spells and often abruptly

Example Sentences:
'fitful bursts of energy'
'spasmodic rifle fire'

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.

Spasmodic

adjective

1.

taking place in sudden brief spells

2.

of or characterized by spasms

adjective

1.

of, having the nature of, like, or characterized by a spasm or spasms; sudden, violent, and temporary; fitful; intermittent

2. Rare

highly emotional or excitable

adj.

1. Relating to, affected by, or having the character of a spasm; convulsive.

2. Happening intermittently; fitful: spasmodic rifle fire.

3. Given to sudden outbursts of energy or feeling; excitable.