movement power

[/ˈmuːvmənt ˈpaʊər/]
nounpl: movement powers
poder de movimento
1. The ability or capacity to move, change position, or traverse distance
The athlete demonstrated incredible movement power during the sprint.
O atleta demonstrou um poder de movimento incrível durante a corrida.
2. In biomechanics, the muscular force and coordination required to execute physical motion
Building movement power requires consistent training and proper technique.
Construir poder de movimento requer treinamento consistente e técnica apropriada.
3. In political or social contexts, the influence or momentum of a collective movement
The civil rights movement gained significant movement power in the 1960s.
O movimento dos direitos civis ganhou um poder de movimento significativo nos anos 1960.
This term is frequently used in Brazilian sports culture (especially football/soccer) when describing a player's dynamic ability and athleticism. In social contexts, both Brazil and the US use this phrase to describe the growing influence of social or political movements, particularly regarding grassroots activism and collective action.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
kinetic energylocomotor abilityphysical strengthmomentummobility
Antonyms / Antônimos
immobilitystasisparalysisinertia

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
poder de movimento
Standard usage in sports, fitness, and political contexts
São Paulo
força de movimento
Alternative phrasing emphasizing force component
Portugal
poder de movimento
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; widely understood
USA
movement power
Commonly used in sports science and social activism discourse

Related Words

biomechanicspropulsionkineticsmusculatureagilityvelocity

Related Idioms & Phrases

gather movement power
lose movement power
harness movement power
build momentum
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