What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
kinesis
Example
The bacteria exhibited positive kinesis by moving towards the light source. [kinesis: noun]
Example
The amoeba showed negative kinesis by moving away from the chemical stimulus. [kinesis: noun]
movement
Example
The movement of the planets around the sun is due to gravitational forces. [movement: noun]
Example
She noticed movement out of the corner of her eye and turned to investigate. [movement: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Movement is a more common word than kinesis in everyday language and covers a wider range of contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between kinesis and movement?
Kinesis is a more formal and technical term used primarily in scientific or academic contexts, while movement is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
