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From dynamic +‎ -ics.

dynamics (uncountable)

  1. (physics) The branch of mechanics that is concerned with the effects of forces on the motion of objects.

branch of mechanics

dynamics pl (plural only)

  1. Loudness of sound.
    1. The changing amplitude or level of a sound wave or selection of audio.
    2. (music) The volume with which music is to be performed, denoted by such terms as piano, mezzo piano, mezzo forte, or forte.
  2. (Should we delete(+) this sense?) Forces that stimulate growth, change, or development.
    The changing dynamics in international politics led to such an outcome.