Kinesthesia
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌkɪnɪsˈθiʒə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Kinesthesia is a noun meaning Sensation or perception of motion.
Meaning
Sensation or perception of motion.
More Meanings
- Proprioception or static position sense; the perception of the position and posture of the body; also, more broadly, including the motion of the body as well. See usage notes below.
Example Sentences
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Word Forms
- kinesthesias
- kinaesthesia
Synonyms for kinesthesia
Depending on context, synonyms include proprioception, kinesthesis, kinaesthesia, kinesthetics, kinaesthesis.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include kinesthetics, kinesthesis, kinaesthesia, kinaesthesis, cheirokinesthesia, sensation.
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