incoordination

noun

in·​co·​or·​di·​na·​tion ˌin-(ˌ)kō-ˌȯr-də-ˈnā-shən How to pronounce incoordination (audio)
: lack of coordination
especially : ataxia

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In cats, the toxin can cause tremors, diarrhea, vomiting, coughing, incoordination and seizures. — Amy Deyoung, USA Today, 3 June 2026 Chrysanthemum These flowers contain several toxic components that can cause illness in pets if ingested, including vomiting and incoordination. — Kansas City Star, 24 Mar. 2026 Chrysanthemum While stunning, Chrysanthemums unfortunately carry several toxic components that can make your beloved pets severely sick if ingested, such as vomiting and incoordination. — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Mar. 2026 The liquor affects their nervous system, sometimes leading to incoordination, respiratory depression and death. — Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for incoordination

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First Known Use

1876, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of incoordination was in 1876

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“Incoordination.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/incoordination. Accessed 12 Jul. 2026.

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incoordination

noun
in·​co·​or·​di·​na·​tion -ˌȯrd-ᵊn-ˈā-shən How to pronounce incoordination (audio)
: lack of coordination especially of muscular movements resulting from loss of voluntary control
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