Kinetic Meaning
/kɪˈnɛtɪk/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
adjRelating to motion.
adjRelating to kinesis or motor function.
Sentence Examples
That kinetic typography video you made was awesome, Jim!
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The roller coaster's ____ energy increases as it speeds down the hill.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The energy of an object in motion is called ____ energy, and it depends on its mass and its velocity.
Word Origin & History
From Ancient Greek κινητικός (kinētikós, “puts in motion”), from κινέω (kinéō, “I move, put in motion”).
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"Sorry it took so long; it's been kind of kinetic around here."
— 1997, Hollywood Confidential (film):
"Their enthusiasm and group cohesion helped when things got kinetic."
— 2020, Andrew Vaillencourt, Sullivan's Gift: Hegemony: Book 3:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The roller coaster's ____ energy increases as it speeds down the hill.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The energy of an object in motion is called ____ energy, and it depends on its mass and its velocity.