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reflex action vs nictation

nictation vs reflex action

reflex action and nictation both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
reflex action Yes No No No
nictation Yes No No No
As nouns, nictation is a hyponym of reflex action; that is, nictation is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than reflex action:
  • reflex action: an automatic instinctive unlearned reaction to a stimulus
  • nictation: a reflex that closes and opens the eyes rapidly
reflex action (noun) nictation (noun)
an automatic instinctive unlearned reaction to a stimulus a reflex that closes and opens the eyes rapidly
Difference between reflex action and nictation

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