Definition of Apoplectic
Apoplectic
ap·o·plec·tic
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
extremely angry, furious and enraged, figuratively of a level that can cause a stroke;
e.g. He was apoplectic at the management's decision to hire a replacement for him.
(adjective)
in dated medical usage, relating to or characteristic of a stroke or apoplexy, such as causing a stroke or showing symptoms of one;
e.g. The patient appeared apoplectic, so the doctor conducted some more tests.
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