dynamics noun pl. [dʌɪ'namɪks] L18.
[formed as DYNAMIC: see -ICS.]
1. (Treated as sing.) The branch of mechanics that treats of motion in itself, and of the motion of bodies or matter under the influence of forces (including kinematics and kinetics: opp. statics). L18.
b. That branch of any science in which forces or changes are considered. M19.
■ J. S. Mill Social Dynamics is the theory of society considered in a state of progressive movement.
■ C. Lyell Those..conversant with dynamics of glacier motion.

2. The motive forces, physical or moral, in any sphere; the dynamic properties of a system. M19.
■ G. Gorer This absence of overt aggression, calls for an explanation if the dynamics of English character are to be..described.
■ T. Barr Every scene should have some changes and dynamics in it.

3. Music, Electronics, etc. The variation or amount of volume of sound in a musical performance, sound recording, etc. L19.
■ A. Copland Merely by changing the dynamics..one can transform the emotional feeling of the very same..notes.

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