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

• vigor
• energy

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

Núñez, despite his occasional wastefulness in front of goal, was a very useful option in the position and brought great energy and dynamism to the team. —James Nalton, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2025

The Tadawul’s limits on volatility, with stocks capped at 10% in daily gains or losses, reduces the market’s dynamism. —Wael Mahdi, semafor.com, 13 Aug. 2025

One of the reasons Americans and foreigners invest in the U.S. is, of course, the size and dynamism of the U.S. economy. —Robert Hormats, Time, 12 Aug. 2025

Lower energy costs, faster innovation and greater industrial dynamism would provide a powerful tailwind to American productivity and growth. —Veronique De Rugy, Oc Register, 7 Aug. 2025

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

Rhymes for dynamism

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