dynamism

noun

dy·​na·​mism ˈdī-nə-ˌmi-zəm How to pronounce dynamism (audio)
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 noun
dynamistic adjective

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
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The paper identifies further causes of the continent’s growth problem as the EU’s relatively high energy prices, rigid employment regulations, and a general lack of corporate dynamism and entrepreneurship. Alden Abbott, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025 But instead of unleashing an economic dynamism that would silence his opponents, Gorbachev’s changes broke the Soviet system without creating a functional new one. Celeste A. Wallander, Foreign Affairs, 9 Sep. 2025 Newcastle were short of midfield cover, and Ramsey, with his dynamism, athleticism and positive, attacking mindset, gives them a fresh option. Tim Spiers, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2025 Striking that delicate balance between preservation and dynamism is hard. The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 1 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for dynamism

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

Time Traveler
The first known use of dynamism was circa 1857

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“Dynamism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dynamism. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.

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