twitching
2 synonyms for twitching, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A series of small, involuntary muscle movements.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Frequently asked questions
What does “twitching” mean?
The word “twitching” means a series of small, involuntary muscle movements. In plain terms, repeated small, involuntary movements.
How do you pronounce “twitching”?
“Twitching” is pronounced TWIHT-shihng (/ˈtwɪt͡ʃɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “twitching” in a sentence?
Here is “twitching” used in a sentence: “The doctor asked about the twitching in his hand.”
What part of speech is “twitching”?
Depending on how it is used, “twitching” can be a noun and an adjective.
How many meanings does “twitching” have?
“Twitching” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a series of small, involuntary muscle movements.
