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Meaning of kinetic in English

  1. Pronunciation

    /kəˈnɛdɪk/

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    kinetic

    Definitions

    1. characterized by motion

    Examples

    • « modern dance has been called kinetic pantomime »

    Synonyms

    • moving
  2. 2. supplying motive force

    Examples

    • « the complex civilization of which Rome was the kinetic center- H.O.Taylor »

    Synonyms

    • dynamic
    • dynamical
  3. Qualitative Adjective

    kinetic

    Etymology

    mid 19th century: from Greek kinētikos, from kinein‘to move’

    Definitions

    1. relating to the motion of material bodies and the forces associated therewith

    Examples

    • « kinetic energy »

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