Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /kɪˈnɛtɪkli/
KK: /kɪˈnɛtɪkli/
Definition
In a way that relates to motion or movement.
Example
The objects moved kinetically, demonstrating the principles of physics in action.
Conversation

Did you see how the dancer moved kinetically during the performance?

Yes! It was amazing how fluidly they transitioned between movements.

I really love when dance feels so alive and kinetically engaging.

Absolutely, it makes the whole experience so much more captivating.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
dynamically
energetically
actively
Antonyms
passively
statically
inactively
Root Explanation
Kinetically → It is formed from "kinetic" (from Greek "kinetikos", meaning moving or active) and the suffix "-ally" (meaning in a manner relating to). The word "kinetically" refers to something that is done in a manner relating to motion or movement.
Memory Tip
Think of 'kinetic' which relates to movement, and remember that 'kinetically' means doing something in a way that involves motion.
Visually Confused Words
dianoetically
cinematically
unethically
tonetically
skeptically
mimetically
indexically
identically