Momentum

Pronunciation: /moʊˈmɛntəm/

Momentum (noun)

  1. The strength or speed of a moving object, often related to its mass.
  2. The process of gaining strength or speed in a project or activity.

Examples

  • The car gained momentum as it went downhill.
  • The project lost momentum after the initial excitement.

Common collocations: gain momentum, lose momentum, build momentum, maintain momentum