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kinetic

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[ ki-net-ik, kahy- ]

adjective

  1. pertaining to motion.
  2. caused by motion.
  3. characterized by movement:

    Running and dancing are kinetic activities.



-kinetic

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  1. a combining form found on adjectives that correspond to nouns ending in -kinesia or -kinesis:

    bradykinetic.

kinetic

/ kaɪ-; kɪˈnɛtɪk /

adjective

  1. relating to, characterized by, or caused by motion
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Derived Forms

  • 쾱ˈԱپ, adverb
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Other 51Թ Forms

  • 쾱·Աi·· adverb
  • ԴDzk·Աi adjective
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of kinetic1

1850–55; < Greek īŧپó moving, equivalent to īŧ- (verbid stem of īԱî to move) + -tikos -tic

Origin of kinetic2

< Greek īŧ ( ó ) ( kineto- ) + -ic
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of kinetic1

C19: from Greek 쾱ŧپDz, from kinein to move
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Other scientists have suggested possible deflection tactics like lasers, kinetic impactors and so-called “gravity tractors.”

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So, these experts say, we need to deflect a variety of space rocks to see if they all respond the same way to a kinetic impactor.

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Israel’s military campaign, while impressive tactically, has relied solely on the kinetic aspects of conflict, entirely neglecting the political component, and condemning future generations on all sides to the same fate — perpetual war.

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Martin and Dan Lindsay don’t shy away from the violence Turner experienced during her marriage, but “Tina,” rich with archival clips of Turner’s raw, kinetic live performances, is also a celebration of her singular charisma.

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So kinetic action against the programme would require a vast deployment of force.

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