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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Viv Chen, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
Gabrielle’s unflinching competence and dynamism belie acute sensitivity, and the actress allows hints of child-like hurt and hesitation to pierce the carapace.
—Jon Frosch, HollywoodReporter, 13 May 2026
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Viv Chen, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
Gabrielle’s unflinching competence and dynamism belie acute sensitivity, and the actress allows hints of child-like hurt and hesitation to pierce the carapace.
—Jon Frosch, HollywoodReporter, 13 May 2026
Lima stands out for its layered history and cultural dynamism.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 13 May 2026
Many of these inventions quickly spawned new firms, accelerating America’s entrepreneurial dynamism.
—David H. Hsu, Fortune, 11 May 2026
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 21 May. 2026.
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