Synonyms & related words for apoplexy

Find synonyms, related words, and the definition of apoplexy — including stroke, paroxysm, ictus, spasm, paralysis, epilepsy. Dendril is a free visual thesaurus that shows them on an interactive map where stronger matches sit closer to the center — no signup, no ads.

Words related to apoplexy

Explore words related to apoplexy — words associated with it, words that go with it, and its nearest matches in meaning. Related words include apoplectic, apoplectically, convulsions, conniption, infarction, delirium, infarct, hysterics. Click any word to make it the center of the map and keep exploring the web of connections.

Synonyms for apoplexy

Common synonyms for apoplexy include stroke, paroxysm, ictus, spasm, paralysis, epilepsy, paresis, seizure — words that share a close meaning. Hover or tap any word on the map for its definition and part of speech.

Where does apoplexy come from?

The word apoplexy breaks down into 2 roots of Greek origin: apo-, from Greek apo (“off, away”); and -plex, from Greek plesso (“strike”). Explore each root to see other English words built from the same source.