kinetic

adjective

kə-ˈne-tik How to pronounce kinetic (audio)
Definition of kineticnext
1
as in energetic
having much high-spirited energy and movement the novel's plot is kinetic and fast-paced, and its effect on the reader is much like that of a surfeit of caffeine

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2
as in buzzing
marked by much life, movement, or activity the loft district is the locus of the city's kinetic arts scene

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Recent Examples of kinetic The Iranian regime's industrial base — for example, steel plants — has also been damaged following kinetic strikes. — Benjamin Weinthal, FOXNews.com, 25 Aug. 2026 But the iceberg has many, many more molecules, all moving around, interacting with each other and transferring vast amounts of energy between their kinetic and potential energies. — Matthew Koss, The Conversation, 24 Aug. 2026 Indeed, Bridges has spent the summer popping up in Paris, Cannes, Los Angeles, Montreux, London, Chicago and, most recently, San Francisco’s Outside Lands, introducing Happiness Anytime in increasingly kinetic settings. — Spin Staff, SPIN, 21 Aug. 2026 The protagonist’s righteous mission leads him to some grim, intense situations, which Park renders with kinetic style, most notably in its iconic hammer sequence. — Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for kinetic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kinetic
  1. energetic
  2. buzzing
  3. animated
  4. busy
  5. lively
  6. vibrant
  7. active
  8. brisk
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  • McQueen proves himself a masterful stylist of the modern blockbuster with this energetic action-thriller.
    — Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Colombian folk-pop band is known in the Latin music world for catchy melodies, heartfelt lyrics and energetic live shows.
    — Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of energetic
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  • Still, a supportive connection between the moon, Neptune and Pluto retrograde adds a deeper undercurrent to all the buzzing and socializing.
    — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Tucked away in a private backyard in Ashford, one of the state’s few apitherapy huts allows people to breathe in air from thousands of buzzing bees.
    — Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of buzzing
Adjective
  • David helped with a connection with Garner Holt Productions, which designs animated figures, show systems and special effects for major theme parks worldwide.
    — Thomas Coughlin, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
  • The critically and commercially adored animated series from creators Amber Noizumi and Michael Green will return for season 2 in January, according to a new teaser that sees the comeback of Mizu (Maya Erskine) on her travels in London.
    — Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of animated
Adjective
  • Then, the Iran war started, resulting in massive disruption to the Strait of Hormuz, once one of the world's busiest oil-shipping lanes.
    — Anniek Bao, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Palacios brings plenty to Ipswich with and without the ball, the statement signing in a busy window who could go a long way to keeping them up.
    — Thom Harris, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of busy
Adjective
  • Stop into Mercat Municipal, a lively indoor market where locals shop for fresh produce, meat, and fish.
    — Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2026
  • The crowd outside the courthouse was liveliest in late August, when dozens of women wearing pink rallied to show support for Clancy and raise awareness about postpartum mental health, the central pillar of Clancy’s defense.
    — Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of lively
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  • Last Air in Moscow was driven by its bustling, vibrant sense of community.
    — Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 4 Sep. 2026
  • The vibrant floral motifs and creamy white hue ooze sophistication, while the dainty size is perfect for carrying your phone, keys, lipstick, and wallet.
    — Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of vibrant
Adjective
  • The proposal is a significant departure from the original fund idea, which was created in the 1990s to help low-income parents remain active in the workforce by subsidizing childcare.
    — Mabinty Quarshie, The Washington Examiner, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Labor Day Headphones Deals Apple’s AirPods Max 2 deliver an exceptional combination of high-fidelity acoustics and pro-grade active noise cancellation.
    — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of active
Adjective
  • The Philadelphia-Jacksonville game is the more expensive of the two, and its brisk sales seemingly point to the popularity of the Eagles.
    — Ken Maguire, Chicago Tribune, 8 Sep. 2026
  • While most of us are capable of lifting weights or heading outside for a brisk walk each day, not everyone is so fortunate, leading researchers to consider other ways to encourage muscles to produce plenty of hormones.
    — Mike McRae September 02, New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2026
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