kinesthesia
/ˌkɪnəsˈθiʒə/
noun
- The sense that detects movement and position of the body and its parts, often called the 'sixth sense'.
- Dancers rely on kinesthesia to perform complex routines without looking at their limbs.
- Loss of kinesthesia can make simple tasks like buttoning a shirt very difficult.
- Kinesthesia allows you to touch your nose with your eyes closed.
Synonyms