1. a neurological disorder characterized by involuntary, irregular, jerky movements of the limbs and face
Usage: medical

Examples

• The patient was diagnosed with Huntington’s chorea after genetic testing.
• Chorea symptoms include uncontrolled movements of the arms and legs.
• The neurologist explained that chorea affects the brain’s motor control centers.
• Sydenham’s chorea is sometimes seen in children after rheumatic fever.
• The medication helped reduce the severity of her chorea symptoms.
• Chorea can make it difficult for patients to perform daily activities.