dynamics

[dahy-nam-iks]

noun

1. (used with a singular verb),  the branch of mechanics that deals with the motion and equilibrium of systems under the action of forces, usually from outside the system.

2. (used with a plural verb),  the motivating or driving forces, physical or moral, in any field.

3. (used with a plural verb),  the pattern or history of growth, change, and development in any field.

4. (used with a plural verb),  variation and gradation in the volume of musical sound.

5. (used with a singular verb),  psychodynamics.

dynamics

/ daɪˈnæmɪks /

noun

1. (functioning as singular) the branch of mechanics concerned with the forces that change or produce the motions of bodies Compare statics kinematics

2. (functioning as singular) the branch of mechanics that includes statics and kinetics See statics kinetics

3. (functioning as singular) the branch of any science concerned with forces

4. those forces that produce change in any field or system

5. music

   1. the various degrees of loudness called for in performance

   2. Also called: dynamic marks.  dynamic markings. directions and symbols used to indicate degrees of loudness

dynamics

1. The branch of physics that deals with the effects of forces on the motions of bodies.

2. Also called kinetics

3. Compare kinematics

Word History and Origins

Origin of dynamics¹

First recorded in 1780–90; dynamic, -ics

Example Sentences

How and why these relationships survived while other friends cut him off tells us as much about the dynamics of social circles at the very top of US society as they do about Epstein's influence.

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Her survey guides readers through this rapidly evolving field and illuminates the shifting dynamics and enduring politics around topics that include food, science, health and beauty.

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“You can’t change the dynamics if you don’t have real power—be it political, military or diplomatic.”

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“Spread dynamics are most pronounced in the periphery,” the rates strategist says.

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Both dynamics are a risk for software providers with per-employee pricing.

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