Záchvatovité

Záchvatovité is a Czech adjective that describes something occurring in fits, paroxysms, or spasms. It refers to a sudden, intense, and often uncontrollable onset of a particular condition or behavior. This term is commonly used in medical contexts to describe sudden episodes of illness or symptoms, such as a záchvatovité kašlání (spasmodic coughing) or a záchvatovité zvracení (fits of vomiting). It can also describe non-medical phenomena, like záchvatovité nakupování (impulse buying) or záchvatovité pocity úzkosti (panic attacks). The key characteristic is the episodic and abrupt nature of the occurrence, distinguishing it from continuous or gradual processes. The intensity and often involuntary nature of the event are also implied by the term. Understanding "záchvatovité" requires recognizing its application to a wide range of sudden, intense manifestations, both physical and psychological.