
Apoplexy
Technical Term
Used mainly in medical or clinical contexts, not everyday conversation.
The neurologist diagnosed the unconscious man with apoplexy.
Immediate Danger
Implies a sudden and serious medical emergency requiring quick response.
Paramedics recognized signs of apoplexy and acted swiftly.
Obsolete Usage
While 'apoplexy' is historical, 'stroke' is now the more common term.
Old medical texts often refer to strokes as apoplexy.