autokinesis

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Etymology

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From auto- +‎ -kinesis.

Noun

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autokinesis (uncountable)

  1. A visual illusion in which a stationary source of light appears to move.
    Synonym: autokinetic effect
  2. Spontaneous or voluntary movement; movement due to an internal cause.