catapasm

/kætəˈpæzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

a fit or spasm of sneezing, especially one induced by inhaling powdered substances such as snuff or catarrh.

“The sudden catapasm left her coughing uncontrollably for several minutes.”

Synonyms

  • paroxysm
  • sneezing fit

Antonyms

  • apnea
  • breathlessness