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kinetic

 

[ kɪˈnɛtɪk ]

Adjective / Noun
Context #1 | Adjective

energy and motion

Relating to, caused by, or producing motion.

Synonyms

active, dynamic, moving.

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Word Description / Examples
kinetic

Used mainly in scientific and technical contexts to describe anything related to motion or caused by movement.

  • The dancer's performance was a showcase of kinetic beauty.
  • Kinetic energy is the energy that an object possesses due to its motion.
moving

Used to describe something that is in motion, but can also refer to something that evokes strong emotions.

  • The car was moving at a high speed down the highway.
  • The speech was so moving, it brought many in the audience to tears.
dynamic

Often used to describe something that is continuously changing, energetic, or full of life. It can refer to personalities, processes, or systems.

  • The company is looking for a dynamic leader to drive its vision forward.
  • The dynamic nature of the city's culture makes it an exciting place to live.
active

Appropriate when describing someone or something that is always busy, energetic, or involved in lots of activities.

  • She is an active member of the community.
  • He stays active by jogging every morning.

Examples of usage

  • The kinetic energy of the moving car was impressive.
  • The dancers moved with kinetic grace.
Context #2 | Noun

art

A form of art that depends on movement for its effect.

Synonyms

mobile art, moving sculpture.

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kinetic

Often used redundantly; already specified as related to motion, can be omitted.

  • Sorry, it seems the second instance of 'kinetic' was redundant. Please refer to the first explanation and examples.
moving sculpture

An art form where the sculpture has parts that move, usually to create visual interest.

  • The museum showcased a moving sculpture that was powered by solar energy.
  • His latest creation is a moving sculpture that mimics the waves of the ocean.
mobile art

Refers to art that is capable of movement, often used in galleries or public spaces.

  • The exhibition featured an impressive display of mobile art that swayed gently in the wind.
  • Mobile art installations were scattered throughout the park, captivating the visitors.

Examples of usage

  • The kinetic sculpture in the museum was mesmerizing.
  • She studied kinetic art in college.

Translations

Translations of the word "kinetic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cinético

🇮🇳 गतिज

🇩🇪 kinetisch

🇮🇩 kinetik

🇺🇦 кінетичний

🇵🇱 kinetyczny

🇯🇵 運動の (うんどうの)

🇫🇷 cinétique

🇪🇸 cinético

🇹🇷 kinetik

🇰🇷 운동의 (운동의)

🇸🇦 حركي

🇨🇿 kinetický

🇸🇰 kinetický

🇨🇳 动的 (dòng de)

🇸🇮 kinetičen

🇮🇸 hreyfi

🇰🇿 кинетикалық

🇬🇪 კინეტიკური

🇦🇿 kinetik

🇲🇽 cinético

Etymology

The word 'kinetic' originates from the Greek word 'kinētikos', meaning 'of motion'. It was first used in the mid-19th century in the context of physics to describe energy associated with motion. Over time, the term expanded to encompass art forms that incorporate movement into their design, such as kinetic sculpture. Today, 'kinetic' is commonly used to describe anything related to motion or energy.

Word Frequency Rank

At #7,019 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.