Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

akinetic

Adjective

/ˌeɪ.kɪˈnɛt.ɪk/

Definition

Lacking the ability to move or showing a reduced ability to move.

Examples

The akinetic patient required assistance with all daily activities.
In some cases of Parkinson’s disease, the patient may exhibit akinetic symptoms, leading to difficulty in initiating movement.

Meaning

The term ‘akinetic’ is often used in medical or neurological contexts to describe a condition where a patient has very limited or no physical movement due to various reasons, such as neurological disorders.