dynamic
gb/daɪnˈæmɪk/ us/daɪnˈæmɪk/
B1
English
~ 2800
Senses
0 senses
adjective
B1
property
1
energetic and always changing
Full of energy and able to change or adapt easily.
Usage pattern:
a dynamic [person/group/environment/situation]
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'dynamic' with 'dramatic'. 'Dynamic' means energetic or changing, while 'dramatic' relates to drama or strong emotion.
Synonyms
energetic (Focuses more on physical or mental energy rather than adaptability.)
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adaptable (Highlights ability to adjust rather than high energy.)
Antonyms
static (Suggests no change or movement, opposite of changing and active.)
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passive (Lacking activity or initiative, opposite of energetic.)
Collocations
dynamic personality
|dynamic leader
|dynamic environment
|dynamic process
|dynamic team
Themes
personality
|business
|daily life
|core_vocabulary
Examples
- She is a dynamic leader who inspires her team.
- The city's dynamic culture attracts people from all over the world.
- We work in a dynamic environment where things change quickly.
- Technology is a dynamic field with constant innovation.
- The company is looking for dynamic individuals to join their sales team.
Learner examples
- My teacher is very dynamic in class.
- This city has a dynamic music scene.
- He is a dynamic person who likes new ideas.
- We need a dynamic plan for the project.
- The market is very dynamic right now.
Noun
technical
B2
entity
2
driving force for change
Something that causes things to change or move forward.
Usage pattern:
the dynamics of [something]
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse 'dynamics' (plural) with 'dynamic' (adjective). Plural 'dynamics' often refers to forces or patterns at work in a system.
Synonyms
force (A more general term for something that causes change.)
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factor (A neutral term for an element influencing a situation.)
Antonyms
stability (A condition of little or no change, opposite of a driving force.)
Collocations
social dynamics
|market dynamics
|power dynamics
|group dynamics
Themes
science
|business
|core_vocabulary
Examples
- The power dynamics in the office shifted after the new manager arrived.
- We studied the social dynamics of the community.
- Market dynamics can change rapidly due to global events.
- The dynamics of the relationship were complex.
- Understanding group dynamics is important for effective teamwork.
Learner examples
- We talked about the group dynamics in class.
- The market dynamics are changing fast.
- I am learning about social dynamics.
- The power dynamics in the team are interesting.
adjective
technical
C1
property
3
relating to motion forces in physics
About movement and the forces that cause it in science or engineering.
Synonyms
kinetic (In physics, specifically refers to motion itself, not just the forces causing it.)
Antonyms
static (Not moving or changing in physical terms.)
Collocations
dynamic system
|dynamic equilibrium
|dynamic load
Themes
science
|engineering
Examples
- Dynamic analysis is essential for understanding earthquake effects on buildings.
- The car's suspension system adjusts to dynamic loads.
- Dynamic pressure changes affect aircraft performance.
Learner examples
- We studied dynamic systems in physics class.
- Dynamic forces can move objects.
- Dynamic pressure is important in flight.
Grammar
Dictionary form
dynamic
IPA
GB/daɪnˈæmɪk/
US/daɪnˈæmɪk/
Syllables & stress
dy - nam - ic (3 syllables)
Stress on 2nd syllable (nam)
Word forms
Adjective
- Base: dynamic
Word family
Core family
dynamically
adverb B2
Related words
dynamism
noun
Negative and opposite forms
static
adjective B2
Advanced or less common
dynamical
adjective
Expressions
group dynamics
1/ɡɹˈup daɪnˈæmɪks/
fixed phrase
patterns of group behavior
The way people in a group act and work together.
Examples
- Good leaders understand group dynamics.
- Group dynamics can affect how decisions are made.
market dynamics
1/mˈɑɹkɪt daɪnˈæmɪks/
fixed phrase
business
factors influencing market change
The things that make prices and demand go up or down in a market.
Examples
- Market dynamics are changing because of new technology.
- We need to study market dynamics before launching the product.
power dynamics
1/pˈaʊɚ daɪnˈæmɪks/
fixed phrase
patterns of power relationships
The ways power is shared and used between people or groups.
Examples
- The power dynamics between the two countries have shifted.
- Understanding power dynamics can help improve workplace communication.