ideomotion

/aɪdiˌoʊməʊˈʃən/

Definitions

1. noun

the physical movement of a body or an animal, especially when caused by a change of ideas or emotions

“The sudden ideomotion of the dancer across the stage surprised the audience.”

2. noun

a change in the movement or position of something due to a change in the underlying ideas or emotions

“The ideomotion of the car on the winding road was caused by the driver’s sudden change of mood.”

Synonyms

  • change
  • motion
  • movement

Antonyms

  • immobility
  • stillness