ECLAMPSIA Synonyms: 25 Similar and Opposite Words

eclampsia

noun

Definition of eclampsia

as in convulsion

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Recent Examples of eclampsia The cast and crew are shooting the season-two finale’s big trauma scene, an emergency C-section performed on a woman with no history of prenatal care who has spiraled into eclampsia. — Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 17 Apr. 2026 Bowie’s autopsy said that some of the potential factors in her death included complications from respiratory distress and eclampsia, a severe form of preeclampsia. — Tina Sturdevant, New York Times, 10 May 2026 After numerous bumps along the way while pregnant, including developing a subchorionic haemorrhage and pre-eclampsia, doctors recommended Maddicyn terminate her pregnancy. — Nicholas Rice, PEOPLE, 2 May 2026 According to the World Health Organization, child and teenage mothers face higher risks of eclampsia (seizures), postpartum endometritis (inflamed lining of their uterus due to infection after birth) and systemic infections than women who are 20–24 years old. — Ladan Anoushfar, CNN Money, 1 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for eclampsia

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Noun

It is known to cause neurological problems, convulsions and comas, with children particularly at risk.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 26 June 2026
The Gentlemen’s Club, for all its odd and difficult convulsions, is a heartening step in a positive direction.

— Mosi Reeves, VIBE.com, 22 June 2026

Definition of convulsion

Noun

Max Muncy popped out and Kyle Tucker, back in the lineup after exiting Monday’s game because of back spasms, flied out.

— Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 27 June 2026
Toronto’s Marina Mabrey was a late scratch due to neck spasms, one game after tying the league record with 53 points in a 125-97 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks.

— ABC News, ABC News, 27 June 2026

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Individuals with weak immune systems are at higher risk for prolonged illness and relapses of symptoms.

— Caroline Kee, NBC news, 3 July 2026
The news agency didn't give a cause of death, but said the 70-year-old Lam had a cancer relapse last year and was admitted to MacKay Memorial Hospital in Taipei on Tuesday.

— ABC News, ABC News, 2 July 2026

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