Vocabulary Entry

involuntary

|adjective • noun

adjective

Done without conscious control or intention; automatic.

Example Sentences

"His involuntary reaction to the loud noise surprised him."

"The patient's involuntary movements indicated a neurological disorder."

"She felt an involuntary shiver run down her spine."

noun

Example Sentences

"The doctor explained the concept of involuntaries to the medical students."

"Involuntaries can often be a sign of stress or anxiety."

"He had no control over his involuntaries during the exam."