apoplectiform

[ ap-uh-plek-tuh-fawrm ]

adjective

, Pathology.

1. of or resembling apoplexy or stroke.

Word History and Origins

Origin of apoplectiform¹

First recorded in 1875–80; apoplect(ic) ( def ) + -i- ( def ) + -form ( def )

Example Sentences

SYMPTOMS.—Anthrax shows itself in three principal forms: 1st, the apoplectiform; 2d, anthrax fever without local external lesions; and 3d, external localized anthrax.

From Project Gutenberg

The apoplectiform attacks are most probably caused by venous congestion when the slowing of the ventricular contractions is not sufficient to cause convulsions, but will just cause complete unconsciousness.

From Project Gutenberg