incoordination

or in·co-or·di·na·tion

[ in-koh-awr-dn-ey-shuhn ]

noun

1. lack of coordination.

incoordination

/ ˌɪnkəʊˌɔːdɪˈneɪʃən /

noun

1. lack of coordination or organization
2. pathol a lack of muscular control when making a voluntary movement

Word History and Origins

Origin of incoordination¹

First recorded in 1875–80; in- ³ + coordination

Example Sentences

“And usually it was my incoordination or getting stuck, too weak or sick.”

From Los Angeles Times

Even before it was approved, experts were concerned about side effects of confusion and incoordination as well as rebound insomnia upon withdrawal.

From Seattle Times

The infection usually causes respiratory illness but some infected horses can also experience neurologic abnormalities such as incoordination, weakness, or inability to rise, officials said.

From Washington Times

“Motor incoordination/balance problems,” in which the spotter must identify the player stumbling or staggering or having trouble skating.

From Washington Post

As the disease progresses, it can also cause incoordination of the hind legs.

From Washington Times