Spasmodic

*Modern society has given rise to many different meanings of the word “spasmodic” and its derivatives. Let's look at this issue based on Max Vasmer's etymological dictionary. The word "spasmodic" originates from ancient Greek. σπασμα “sudden, strong convulsive contraction” and -*ής “relating to spasms” from “spasmos” – “convulsion”.

Now what is a spasm?

So, the word “spasm” comes from the ancient Greek “σπασμός”, which means “convulsions, sharp pains”, and the noun “spasmolytic” comes from the Greek “σπαζώ” “to tear, weaken.” Also, in this context, you can use the Latin word “spasmodicus” (“shaking, convulsions”), which has a similar meaning to