reaction time

noun

Psychology.

1. the interval between stimulation and response.

reaction time

noun

1. physiol another name for latent time

Word History and Origins

Origin of reaction time¹

First recorded in 1875–80

Example Sentences

But if the exchanges are open when news arrives, reaction time may become more important.

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Other research shows that videogamers may have advantages in drone operation because of increased attention, better visuospatial abilities and quicker reaction times.

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The fumes—sometimes described as smelling of “wet dog,” “Cheetos” or “nail polish”—have led to emergency landings, sickened passengers and affected pilots’ vision and reaction times midflight, according to official reports.

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“Baseball is good hands-eye coordination and because I’m a defensive linemen I use my hands a lot. Seeing a baseball, the reaction time is like an offensive lineman using their hands.”

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Many of Liquid's top players live and train in the building, where an on-site chef provides three meals a day, all of them designed to boost concentration and reaction times.

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