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Dynamics is defined as the branch of mechanics that deals with the effect of outside forces on something.

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An example of dynamics is how the moon affects the ocean waves.
An example of dynamics are the effect of individual relationships on a group of friends.

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See dynamics in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

the branch of mechanics dealing with the motions of material bodies under the action of given forces; kinetics
1. the various forces, physical, oral, economic, etc., operating in any field
2. the way such forces shift or change in relation to one another
3. the study of such forces
the effect of varying degrees of loudness or softness in the performance of music

See dynamics in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

a. (used with a sing. verb) The branch of mechanics that is concerned with the effects of forces on the motion of a body or system of bodies, especially of forces that do not originate within the system itself. Also called kinetics.
b. (used with a pl. verb) The forces and motions that characterize a system: The dynamics of ocean waves are complex.
(used with a pl. verb) The social, intellectual, or moral forces that produce activity and change in a given sphere: The dynamics of international trade have influenced our business decisions on this matter.
(used with a pl. verb) Variation in force or intensity, especially in musical sound.
(used with a sing. verb) Psychodynamics.

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