Definition of "dynamism" []

• Any of various theories or philosophical systems that explain the universe in terms of force or energy. (noun)
• A process or mechanism responsible for the development or motion of a system. (noun)
• Continuous change, activity, or progress; vigor. (noun)

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• "The preceding outline shows that the term dynamism, like all other general names of philosophical systems, is very vague, and applies to a number of widely different views originating from different considerations and supported by different arguments, namely:"
• "The dynamism is the truth, and anything else is just stagnant-pool-sitting."
• "It occurs to me that so much of our contemporary economy's dynamism is based on people's willingness to take risks."