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
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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Whether rooted in tradition or boldly pushing the envelope with unique grains and finishes, these medal-winning rye whiskeys reflect the depth and dynamism of the American whiskey scene.
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Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 23 July 2025
The festival continues to position itself as the largest celebration of Indian cinema outside India, showcasing the diversity and dynamism of contemporary Indian storytelling across languages and platforms.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 18 July 2025
Life and dynamism were major themes for Shapiro, whose massive, blocky kinetic sculptures variously conjured human figures dancing, striding, tumbling, and jumping.
—News Desk, Artforum, 18 June 2025
Proponents of the bill and the president himself trumpet its growth-enhancing powers while simultaneously piling up debt and enacting trade policies that are both guaranteed to undermine economic dynamism.
—Veronique De Rugy, Oc Register, 12 June 2025
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Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 23 July 2025
The festival continues to position itself as the largest celebration of Indian cinema outside India, showcasing the diversity and dynamism of contemporary Indian storytelling across languages and platforms.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 18 July 2025
Life and dynamism were major themes for Shapiro, whose massive, blocky kinetic sculptures variously conjured human figures dancing, striding, tumbling, and jumping.
—News Desk, Artforum, 18 June 2025
Proponents of the bill and the president himself trumpet its growth-enhancing powers while simultaneously piling up debt and enacting trade policies that are both guaranteed to undermine economic dynamism.
—Veronique De Rugy, Oc Register, 12 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for dynamism
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“Dynamism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dynamism. Accessed 2 Aug. 2025.
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