ballistics
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /bəˈlɪstɪks/
KK: /bəˈlɪstɪks/
adjective
Definition
Related to the study of the motion of projectiles, especially bullets and missiles.
Example
The ballistics expert analyzed the trajectory of the bullet.
Conversation
Did you hear about the new ballistics exhibit at the museum?
Yeah, I heard it has some really cool displays.
I think it would be interesting to learn more about ballistics in general.
Absolutely! I love when they explain the science behind it.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
projectile
kinetic
tactical
Antonyms
static
immobile
stationary
noun
Definition
The science that deals with the motion and behavior of projectiles, especially bullets, when they are fired from guns.
Example
The police called in an expert in ballistics to analyze the evidence from the crime scene.
Conversation
Did you hear about the new course on ballistics at the community college?
No, I didn't! That sounds interesting though.
Yeah, I think it covers everything from ammo to projectile dynamics.
Root Explanation
Ballistics → It is formed from "ballista" (from Latin, meaning a type of ancient missile weapon) and the suffix "-ics" (meaning the study of). The word "ballistics" refers to the study of the motion of projectiles, particularly in relation to firearms and missiles.
Memory Tip
Think of the ancient weapon 'ballista' that launched projectiles, and remember that 'ballistics' is the study of how those projectiles move.
Visually Confused Words
cabalistic
anglistics