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antagonistic muscle - (physiology) a muscle that opposes the action of another; the biceps and triceps are antagonistic muscles. muscle, musculus-one of the contractile organs of the body. agonist-a muscle that contracts while another relaxes; when bending the elbow the biceps are the agonist.ntagonistic muscle - (physiology) a muscle that opposes the action of another; the biceps and triceps are antagonistic muscles. muscle, musculus-one of the contractile organs of the body. agonist-a muscle that contracts while another relaxes; when bending the elbow the biceps are the agonist.
The prime mover is the muscle that is primarily responsible for a certain movement. An agonist is synonymous with prime mover. A synergist is a muscle that aids the prime mover in its action to move a part. An antagonist is a muscle that acts against the prime mover.