vagotonia, vagotonic 1. Hyperexcitability of the vagus nerve, producing bradycardia, decreased heart output, and faintness, 2. Overactivity or irritability of the vagus nerve, adversely affecting function of the blood vessels, stomach, and muscles. 3. Hyperexcitability of the vagus nerve, a condition in which the vagus nerve dominates in the gene... Found on http://www.wordinfo.info/words/index/info/view_unit/2261/