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movement

[ ˈmuːvmənt ]

Noun

Oxford 3000

^{Context #1 | Noun}

physical activity

The act or process of moving or changing position or place. It involves the coordination of muscles and bones to achieve a desired outcome.

Synonyms

action, activity, motion

Examples of usage

The movement of the dancer was graceful and fluid.
She was impressed by the precision of the machinery's movement.

^{Context #2 | Noun}

group with a common goal

A group of people working together to advance a shared cause or idea. It often involves coordinated efforts to bring about social or political change.

Synonyms

campaign, cause, drive

Examples of usage

The feminist movement fought for gender equality.
The civil rights movement was instrumental in ending segregation.

^{Context #3 | Noun}

trend or development

A trend or development in a particular direction, especially one with significance or impact. It can refer to changes in society, art, or culture.

Synonyms

development, shift, trend

Examples of usage

The environmental movement advocates for sustainable practices.
There has been a movement towards digitalization in recent years.

Translations

Translations of the word "movement" in other languages:

🇵🇹 movimento

🇮🇳 आंदोलन

🇩🇪 Bewegung

🇮🇩 gerakan

🇺🇦 рух

🇵🇱 ruch

🇯🇵 動き (ugoki)

🇫🇷 mouvement

🇪🇸 movimiento

🇹🇷 hareket

🇰🇷 움직임 (umjigim)

🇸🇦 حركة (harakah)

🇨🇿 pohyb

🇸🇰 pohyb

🇨🇳 运动 (yùndòng)

🇸🇮 gibanje

🇮🇸 hreyfing

🇰🇿 қозғалыс

🇬🇪 მოძრაობა (modzraoba)

🇦🇿 hərəkət

🇲🇽 movimiento

Word origin

The word 'movement' originated from the Middle English 'movement' or 'mouvement', which was derived from the Old French 'movoir' meaning 'to move'. The concept of movement has been integral to human existence, influencing various aspects of life from physical activities to social changes.