SINCE 1828
hyperkinesis
noun
hy·per·ki·ne·sis
| \ ˌhī-pər-kə-ˈnē-səs,
-kī-\
-kī-\
Definition of hyperkinesis
1
: abnormally increased and sometimes uncontrollable activity or muscular movements
2
: a condition especially of childhood characterized by hyperactivity
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hyperkinesis
noun
hy·per·ki·ne·sis
| \ -ˈnē-səs
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Medical Definition of hyperkinesis
1
: abnormally increased and sometimes uncontrollable activity or muscular movements : hyperactivity — compare hypokinesia
2
: a condition especially of childhood characterized by hyperactivity
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