Crossword clues for ataxic
The Collaborative International Dictionary
Ataxic
Ataxic \A*tax"ic\, a. [Cf. F. ataxique. See Ataxia.] (Med.) Characterized by ataxy, that is,
by great irregularity of functions or symptoms, or
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by a lack of coordinating power in movements.
Ataxic fever, malignant typhus fever.
--Pinel.
Douglas Harper's Etymology Dictionary
Wiktionary
ataxic
a. Pertaining to ataxia.
WordNet
ataxic
adj. lacking motor coordination; marked or caused by ataxia [syn: atactic]
Usage examples of "ataxic".
Soon, ataxic (irregular) nervous symptoms declared themselves, and it became plain that the system had been infected by the poison.
Their dead joints moved stiffly, awkwardly, as if resisting the power that impelled them, yet they worked tirelessly, in utter silence, surprisingly efficient despite their ataxic movements.