noun
- a sudden, involuntary contraction of a muscle or group of muscles
- a sudden burst of activity, emotion, or effort
Examples
- She felt a painful spasm in her leg muscle after running.
- The patient experienced muscle spasms following the injury.
- A spasm of coughing interrupted his speech.
- He worked in spasms, alternating between intense effort and complete rest.
- The back spasm made it difficult for her to stand up straight.
- A spasm of anger crossed his face before he regained composure.
- The medication helped reduce the frequency of her muscle spasms.