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Synonyms & Similar Words
streamlined
sleek
slender
smooth
flowing
curved
tapered
pointed
wedge-shaped
teardrop-shaped
egg-shaped
oval
elliptical
symmetrical
balanced
stable
efficient
frictionless
drag-free
wind-resistant
air-resistant
hydrodynamic
fluid
dynamic
kinetic
mobile
agile
nimble
quick
fast
speedy
swift
rapid
brisk
zippy
streamlined
aeriform
aerial
airlike
gaseous
vaporous
volatile
buoyant
light
weightless
effortless
frictionless
unobstructed
unimpeded
clear
unencumbered
Meaning of Aerodynamic
relating to the interaction between air and solid objects, especially with regard to the forces and energy transfers that occur
Definitions
- Relating to the study of the interaction between air and solid objects, especially with regard to the forces and energy transfers that occur
- * Designed to reduce air resistance, especially in order to increase speed or efficiency
Etymology of Aerodynamic
The word "aerodynamic" has its roots in the Greek words "aero" meaning air or wind, and "dynamikos" meaning powerful or forceful
The term emerged in the late 19th century as a combination of "aero" and "dynamic", referring to the study of the interaction between air and solid objects
Example Uses
- The aerodynamic design of the car allowed it to cut through the air with ease
- * The aerodynamic shape of the airplane wing provides lift and reduces drag
- * The cyclist's aerodynamic helmet helped to reduce wind resistance and improve her speed
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
clumsy
awkward
cumbersome
bulky
heavy
slow
sluggish
laborious
inefficient
obstructed
impeded
hindered
blocked
restricted
cumbersome
unwieldy
unmanageable
uncoordinated
inept
clumsy
gawky
lumbering
plodding
slow-moving
sluggish
tardy
dilatory
leisurely
poky
snail-paced
glacial