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fit2

 
pronunciation:
fIt
phrases:
by fits and starts
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: a sudden, severe attack, outbreak, or convulsion related to a disease.
epileptic fit
synonyms:
seizure
similar words:
attack, convulsion, episode, ictus, outbreak, paroxysm, qualm
definition 2: a sudden, intense outburst or onslaught, as of emotion.
a coughing fita fit of griefa fit of anger
synonyms:
paroxysm, spasm
similar words:
attack, convulsion, explosion, frenzy, outbreak, outburst, rage, scene, storm, tantrum, throe
phrase: by fits and starts
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