momentum

noun

How many syllables in momentum?

There are 3 syllables in the word momentum.

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Divide momentum into syllables:

mo · men · tum

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Definition of momentum:

momentum (noun):: an impelling force or strength.; the impetus to go forward, develop, or get stronger; a property of a moving body that determines the length of time required to bring it to rest when under the action of a constant force or moment; a property (see property sense 1a) of a moving body that the body has by virtue of its mass (see mass entry 2 sense 1c) and motion and that is equal to the product of the body's mass and velocity

Synonyms for momentum:

boost

catalyst

drive

encouragement

energy

force

forcefulness

fuel

go-forward

impetus

impulse

incentive

instigation

motivation

power

propulsion

provocation

push

reason

spur

stimulant

stimulus

strength

thrust

welly

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Antonyms for momentum:

blow

brake

counterincentive

disincentive

ease

idleness

impotence

inactivity

laziness

lethargy

peace

pull

relaxation

weakness

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