dynamism

noun

dy·​na·​mism ˈdī-nə-ˌmi-zəm 

1

a

philosophy : a theory that all phenomena (such as matter or motion) can be explained as manifestations of force (see force entry 1 sense 4) compare mechanism

b

: dynamics sense 2

population dynamism

2

: a dynamic (see dynamic entry 1 sense 1) or expansionist quality

the dynamism of a natural leader

dynamist

ˈdī-nə-mist 

noun

dynamistic

ˌdī-nə-ˈmi-stik 

adjective

Synonyms

• beans
• bounce
• brio
• dash
• drive
• energy
• esprit
• gas
• get-up-and-go
• ginger
• go
• gusto
• hardihood
• juice
• life
• moxie
• oomph
• pep
• punch
• sap
• snap
• starch
• verve
• vigor
• vim
• vinegar
• vitality
• zing
• zip

Examples of dynamism in a Sentence

He has the dynamism of a natural leader.

voters were attracted to the young challenger's dynamism, charisma, and progressive ideas

Recent Examples on the Web

Jason Lipshutz: Simply put, Tyler, the Creator is the coolest artist in hip-hop right now — able to speak to young listeners and bring in veteran rappers as guest artists, having spent a decade in the spotlight but still moving with the dynamism and unpredictability of a fresh new star. —Eric Renner Brown, Billboard, 5 Nov. 2024

CIOs are accustomed to the dynamism of the tech world. —Miguel Llorca, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024

In spite of its dynamism, enthralling visuals, and obviously high production value, Bloodlust’s theatrical take capped out at $151,086 in the United States, across just 12 theaters. —Eric Vilas-Boas, Vulture, 21 Aug. 2024

They are defined by two characteristics: extraordinary growth and exceptional dynamism or shifts in market shares, which signal a new era of competition and signify that new technologies and business models are in play. —Michael Birshan, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2024

Word History

Etymology

borrowed from French dynamisme, from dynamique dynamic entry 1 + -isme -ism

First Known Use

circa 1857, in the meaning defined at sense 1a