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Synonyms of kinetic

15 similar words · 4 opposite words

Another word for kinetic is mobile. Other synonyms of kinetic are motive, dynamic, motile, animate and ambulatory. The opposite of kinetic is static.

Synonyms and similar words for kinetic

adjectiveRelating to motion.

  • motiveCausing motion; having power to move, or tending to move.
  • motionalOf or pertaining to motion.
  • ambulatoryAccustomed to move from place to place; not stationary; movable.
  • animatePossessing the quality or ability of motion.
  • mobileCapable of being moved, especially on wheels.
  • motileIn organisms: having the power to move spontaneously.
  • movable
  • vagileFree to move about.

adjectiveFrantic; busy.

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Opposite of kinetic

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Meaning of kinetic

  1. adjective Relating to motion.
  2. adjective Relating to kinesis or motor function.
  3. adjective Relating to the movement of an organism in response to an external stimulus.

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Questions about synonyms of kinetic

What is another word for kinetic?
Kinetic has 15 synonyms on Word.ws, such as mobile, motive, dynamic, motile, animate, ambulatory and vagile.
What is the opposite of kinetic?
The opposite of kinetic is static. Other antonyms of kinetic are logic.
What does kinetic mean?
Kinetic means relating to motion.

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