What does ATONY mean?

ATONY

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A lack of tone or tension in a muscle or organ.

Pronunciation (US): əˈtoʊni

Pronunciation (UK): əˈtəʊni

Origin and Usage: The word atony comes from the Greek word "atonos," meaning "without tone." It was first used in English in the early 17th century to describe a lack of muscular tone or tension. Today, it is commonly used in medical contexts to describe a lack of tone or tension in a muscle or organ.

Synonyms: flaccidity, laxity, looseness, slackness, weakness

Related Words: anomy, atone, toney, toyon

Example Sentences:

• The patient was diagnosed with atony of the bladder.
• After the surgery, the patient experienced atony in the affected muscles.
• The atony in her muscles made it difficult for her to walk.
• The doctor prescribed exercises to help with the atony in her muscles.