verbomotor

/vɜrbəˈmɒtər/

Definitions

1. noun

A term used in psychology to describe a person with a disorder of motor control caused by verbalizations or speech, often resulting in involuntary movements or difficulties with coordination.

“The patient’s doctor diagnosed him with verbomotor disorder, which caused him to stutter and shake his hands when speaking.”

Synonyms

  • apraxia
  • dyspraxia

Antonyms

  • coordinated movement
  • normal motor control