Twitched: meaning, definitions and examples

muscle movement

The term 'twitched' refers to a sudden, quick movement of a muscle or group of muscles. It can occur involuntarily, often as a response to stimuli such as stress, fatigue, or neurological disorders. Twitching may be benign, like a harmless muscle twitch often seen after exercise, or it can indicate a more serious underlying condition. In some cases, it is associated with various medical conditions, including dystonia, myoclonus, or anxiety disorders. Continuous twitching can also be referred to as twitching syndrome.

contracted, quivered, shivered, spasmed

Examples of usage

• His eye twitched from the stress of the job.

• She felt her leg twitch uncontrollably during the movie.

• The cat twitched its tail in excitement.

• He noticed his fingers twitched while he was waiting.

• They laughed as the dog twitched in its sleep.