nystagmus

/naɪˈstæɡməs/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of involuntary movement of the eyes, characterized by a slow drift of the eyes back to the midline followed by a quick jerk back towards the periphery.

“The patient’s doctor examined her for nystagmus, a potential sign of a neurological disorder.”

Synonyms

  • eye tremor
  • oculomotor disorder

Antonyms

  • normal eye movement