convulse
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convulse
A transitive verb is a verb that requires a direct object (e.g., I bought a book.).
1. (to shake)
a. convulsionar
The scandal convulsed the society of the time.El escándalo convulsionó la sociedad de la época.
a. no direct translation
This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
It was funny, and the kids were convulsed with laughter.Era gracioso, y los niños se desternillaba de risa.
The patient was convulsed with pain.El paciente se retorcía del dolor.
An intransitive verb is one that does not require a direct object (e.g., The man sneezed.).
3. (to shake)
a. tener convulsiones
The woman was lying on the floor and was convulsing.La mujer estaba tendida en el suelo y tenía convulsiones.
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