The difference between Patchy and Spasmodic

When used as adjectives, patchy means full of, or covered with, patches, whereas spasmodic means of or relating to a spasm.


check bellow for the other definitions of Patchy and Spasmodic

  1. Patchy as an adjective:

    Full of, or covered with, patches; abounding in patches.

  2. Patchy as an adjective:

    Not constant or continuous; intermittent or uneven.

    Examples:

    "patchy clouds"

  1. Spasmodic as an adjective:

    Of or relating to a spasm; resembling a sudden contraction of the muscles.

  2. Spasmodic as an adjective:

    Convulsive; consisting of spasms.

    Examples:

    "spasmodic asthma"

  3. Spasmodic as an adjective:

    Intermittent or fitful; occurring in abrupt bursts.

    Examples:

    "spasmodic zeal or industry"

  4. Spasmodic as an adjective:

    Erratic or unsustained.

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