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Akinesis

Definition: Akinesis refers to a medical condition characterized by the partial or total loss of voluntary muscle movement.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1 - Medical:

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: The loss of voluntary muscle movement, often associated with neurological disorders or paralysis.

Example Sentence: The patient's akinesis is a result of a stroke.

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Sense 2 - Psychology:

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: The absence or reduction of purposeful motion, often observed in certain psychiatric disorders.

Example Sentence: The patient exhibited akinesis, remaining motionless for hours.

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Sense 3 - Geography:

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A small town located in a remote mountainous region.

Example Sentence: Akinesis is a beautiful place to visit, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes.

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