reaction time

noun

, Psychology.

1. the interval between stimulation and response.

reaction time

noun

1. physiol another name for latent time

Word History and Origins

Origin of reaction time¹

First recorded in 1875–80

Example Sentences

Gun violence is high, police reaction time slow.

From Salon

But for most of us, gradual visual impairment is inevitable, reaction time slows, and night driving becomes more of a challenge.

From Los Angeles Times

This information is then analysed to assess a person's power, explosiveness, endurance, reaction time, strength and agility.

From BBC

For one, it requires less reaction time and steps than classic synthesis routes.

From Science Daily

One investigation found that just a four-degree increase — which participants described as still feeling comfortable — led to a 10 percent average drop in performance across tests of memory, reaction time and executive functioning.

From New York Times