Word
Definitions
01group behavior
B2 · Upper Intermediate Plural noun
n. the way that people in a group behave toward each other and how this changes over time.
n. the forces or properties which stimulate growth, change, or development within a system or group.
Español:dinámica
“The team dynamics changed completely when the new manager arrived.”
“The consultant spent a week observing the office dynamics to understand why communication between the departments had broken down so significantly.”
Usage
Usually plural in this sense.
Synonyms
02volume of sound
B2 · Upper Intermediate Plural noun Music
n. how loud or quiet a piece of music or a sound is.
n. the varying levels of volume of sound in a musical performance or recording.
“The pianist used soft dynamics to make the song sound very peaceful.”
“The conductor urged the brass section to observe the dynamics more closely, as their fortissimo was drowning out the delicate woodwind melody.”
Usage
Always plural in a musical context.
03study of motion
C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Science Technical
n. the science of how forces make objects move.
n. the branch of mechanics concerned with the motion of bodies under the action of forces.
Español:dinámica
“In physics class, we studied the dynamics of a falling object.”
“Advanced fluid dynamics is essential for engineers designing the aerodynamic profile of high-speed racing cars.”
Usage
Treated as a singular noun when referring to the field of study.
Real-World Examples
“This is not so much a playful game of truth or dare as a carefully orchestrated experiment around group dynamics and exposure.” “The team’s description of harbor porpoise mating dynamics, published in 2018 , was the first of its kind for any porpoise species.” Etymology
From dynamic + -ics.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
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Domains
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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