jerklike

adj

jerklike

adj

Etymology From jerk + -like.

1

Resembling or characteristic of a jerk (sudden movement).

Tics are brief, repetitive, semi-voluntary, jerklike movements.2009, Robert E. Hales, Narriman C. Shahrokh, Dan G. Blazer, Study Guide to Geriatric Psychiatry, page 134:

Synonyms: jerky

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