kinetic
Pronunciation: [kɪˈnɛtɪk]
Word
Context: “physics”
(adjective) related to movement or motion. When something is kinetic, it means it's active and moving around. For example, when you kick a ball, that ball is in kinetic energy because it is moving.
Example
The kinetic energy of the car increased as it sped down the road.
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The book was not kinetic at all; it just sat on the shelf and didn’t move.
Example
What happens to kinetic energy when the car slows down?
Context: “general activity”
(adjective) describing things that involve physical activity or energy. Kinetic can also mean lively and full of energy. For example, a kinetic dance performance is full of movement and excitement.
Example
The kinetic art installation attracted many visitors with its moving parts.
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The lecture was so dull that it felt anything but kinetic.
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How does kinetic art differ from traditional art?
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