Phrase guide

tardive dyskinesia

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

Involuntary, repetitive movements as a side effect of dopamine antagonists that can be permanent.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning 2

involuntary rolling of the tongue and twitching of the face or trunk or limbs; often occurs in patients with Parkinsonism who are treated with phenothiazine

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Broader terms: dyskinesia

History

Etymology

tardive + dyskinesia

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Translations

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  • Czech: tardivní dyskineze — neurological disorder