What does ICTUS mean?

Parts of Speech

Noun

Definitions

1. A stress or accent on a beat in music or poetry.
2. A sudden attack or seizure, especially one caused by a stroke.

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈɪktəs/
• UK: /ˈɪktəs/

Origin and Usage

The word "ictus" comes from the Latin word "ictus," meaning "a blow or stroke." In music and poetry, it refers to a stress or accent on a beat. In medicine, it refers to a sudden attack or seizure, especially one caused by a stroke.

Synonyms

• Stroke
• Seizure
• Attack
• Accent
• Emphasis

Related Words

• Acute
• Beast
• Chasm
• Crash
• Dance

Example Sentences

1. The music teacher emphasized the ictus on the first beat of each measure.
2. The patient experienced an ictus and was rushed to the hospital.