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reflex vs nictation

nictation vs reflex

reflex and nictation both are nouns.

reflex is an adjective but nictation is not an adjective.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
reflex Yes Yes No No
nictation Yes No No No
As nouns, nictation is a hyponym of reflex; that is, nictation is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than reflex:
  • reflex: an automatic instinctive unlearned reaction to a stimulus
  • nictation: a reflex that closes and opens the eyes rapidly
reflex (noun) nictation (noun)
an automatic instinctive unlearned reaction to a stimulus a reflex that closes and opens the eyes rapidly
reflex (adjective) nictation (adjective)
without volition or conscious control
Difference between reflex and nictation

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