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 of dynamism

• 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

The danger of fielding too many oldies together is a side lacking pace and dynamism, as was the case in Monday night’s encounter until Hurzeler made changes in the second half. —Andy Naylor, New York Times, 22 Jan. 2026

Beck, of course, never had Ward’s dynamism in the passing game. —Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 21 Jan. 2026

While the dynamism and freshness of creator fare helps explains its explosive growth, Mohan acknowledged that maintaining a viable environment around it on the platform is crucial. —Dade Hayes, Deadline, 21 Jan. 2026

During concerts, the set list would customarily alternate between songs sung by Garcia and songs sung by Weir, which was essential to maintaining interest and dynamism across their hours-long shows. —David A. Graham, The Atlantic, 12 Jan. 2026

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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