Difference between Clonic and Convulsion

What is the difference between Clonic and Convulsion?

Clonic as an adjective is pertaining to clonus; having irregular, convulsive spasms. while Convulsion as a noun is an intense, paroxysmal, involuntary muscular contraction.

Clonic

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: Pertaining to clonus; having irregular, convulsive spasms.

Convulsion

Part of speech: noun

Definition: An intense, paroxysmal, involuntary muscular contraction.An uncontrolled fit, as of laughter; a paroxysm.Violent turmoil.

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