antergic, a. Physiol.
(ænˈtɜːdʒɪk)
[f. ant- prefix + Gr. ἔργον work + -ic, after synergic.]
Acting in opposition to the action of another part, as a muscle: = antagonistic a. 2: opp. to synergic a.
| 1892 W. R. Gowers Man. Dis. Nerv. Syst. I. 7 This antergic contraction is essential for the exertion of force. |