Apoplexy
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈæp.əˌplɛk.si/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Apoplexy is a noun meaning (medicine, dated) Unconsciousness or incapacity resulting from a cerebral hemorrhage or stroke.
Meaning
(medicine, dated) Unconsciousness or incapacity resulting from a cerebral hemorrhage or stroke.
More Meanings
- (informal) A state of intense and almost uncontrollable anger.
Example Sentences
Ten Straight White Males die of a mysterious disease and the nation has apoplexy — Headlines — TV Reports — Sympathy. MONEY comes pouring in and there was no discussion about where to find it.
Word Forms
- apoplexies
Synonyms for apoplexy
Depending on context, synonyms include stroke.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include stroke, ingravescent, bloodstroke, encephalosis, syncope, cataplexy.
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