ATAXIC

ataxic, atactic

(adjective) lacking motor coordination; marked or caused by ataxia

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Adjective

ataxic

Pertaining to ataxia.

Synonyms

• atactic

Source: Wiktionary


A*tax"ic, a. Etym: [Cf. F. ataxique. See Ataxia.] (Med.)

Definition: Characterized by ataxy, that is, (a) by great irregularity of functions or symptoms, or (b) by a want of coordinating power in movements. Ataxic fever, malignant typhus fever. Pinel.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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