MOTION


Meaning of MOTION in English

n. Function: noun

1 the act or an instance of moving FF1C; the motion of the planets FF1E;

Synonyms: move, movement, stir, stirring

Related Words: agitation, fluctuation, oscillation, sway, swing, wavering; locomotion

Contrasted Words: inertia, inertness, passivity

2 an impulse or inclination of the mind or will FF1C; a motion of the will toward what appears good FF1E;

Synonyms: movement

Related Words: goad, impulse, incentive, inducement, motive, spring, spur

Contrasted Words: inertia, stagnation, vegetation

Merriam Webster. Collegiate thesaurus English dictionary.      Английский энциклопедический толковый словарь тезауруса.