Tic

usgb/tɪk/
noun

A sudden, repeated, non-rhythmic movement or sound.

He developed a tic in his left eye.
Visual representation of "tic" - A sudden, repeated, non-rhythmic movement or sound.

Often appears as...

  • facial tic
  • eye tic
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Involuntary Action

A tic is an involuntary movement or sound that a person cannot control.

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Even during his presentation, his nervous tic appeared.
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Not Persistent

Tics are usually temporary and could be caused by stress or tiredness.

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Her eye tic only shows up when she's exhausted.
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Medical Condition

Frequent or severe tics can be a sign of a medical condition like Tourette syndrome.

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He was diagnosed with a condition that makes him have tics.
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