antagonistic muscles
(an-tag-o-nis-tic-mus-cles)
6 syllables
Definition
plural noun. Pairs of muscles that work against each other to move joints in opposite directions. When one muscle contracts, the other relaxes, allowing movement.
Example Sentence
Antagonistic muscles work together to facilitate smooth and controlled movements of the body.
More Example Sentences
During a bicep curl, the biceps and triceps act as antagonistic muscles.
Synonyms
opposing muscles; counteracting muscles; reciprocal muscles
Antonyms
synergistic muscles; cooperative muscles; complementary muscles
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