Kinetic
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /kɪˈnɛtɪk/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Kinetic is an adjective meaning Relating to motion.
Meaning
Relating to motion.
More Meanings
- Relating to kinesis or motor function.
- (biology) Relating to the movement of an organism in response to an external stimulus.
- (philosophy) Relating to the force driving life forward.
- (military, euphemistic) Relating to active warfare or the use of lethal force.^([W])
- (slang) Frantic; busy.
Example Sentences
Sorry it took so long; it's been kind of kinetic around here.
Their enthusiasm and group cohesion helped when things got kinetic.
Synonyms for kinetic
Depending on context, synonyms include active, animated, dynamic, vigorous, motive, motional.
Antonyms for kinetic
Common opposites include static, lazy, logic, sluggish.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include dynamic, moving, energising, energizing, momentum, rate.
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