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momentum

[məʊˈmɛntəm]

momentum Definition

  • 1the quantity of motion of a moving body, measured as a product of its mass and velocity
  • 2the impetus gained by a moving object
  • 3the impetus or driving force gained by the development of a process or course of events

Using momentum: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "momentum" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The team gained momentum after winning the first game.

  • Example

    The company's new product has lost momentum in the market.

  • Example

    The car's momentum carried it through the intersection.

momentum Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for momentum

Antonyms for momentum

Phrases with momentum

  • to gradually increase the speed or power of something

    Example

    The campaign is building momentum as more people become aware of it.

  • to gradually decrease the speed or power of something

    Example

    The project lost momentum when key team members left the company.

  • to keep the speed or power of something at a consistent level

    Example

    The team needs to maintain momentum if they want to win the championship.

Origins of momentum

from Latin 'momentum', meaning 'movement'

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Summary: momentum in Brief

Momentum [məʊˈmɛntəm] refers to the quantity of motion of a moving body or the impetus gained by a moving object. It can also refer to the impetus or driving force gained by the development of a process or course of events. Examples include 'The team gained momentum after winning the first game.' and 'The car's momentum carried it through the intersection.' Phrases like 'build momentum' and 'lose momentum' describe gradual increases or decreases in speed or power.

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