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spastic

/spæstɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does spastic mean?

adjective

Having or showing a lack of muscle control, or being awkward or clumsy in movement or action. Also, excessively or annoyingly energetic or enthusiastic.

Example

"The spastic movements of the dancer made the performance difficult to watch."

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