反動 | Japanese meaning

反動【はんどう】

Frequency rank: 5,643. – 5,649.

noun (common) (futsuumeishi)

reaction; recoil; kick; backlash

Forms

反動【はんどう】Frequency rank: 5,643. – 5,649.
はんどう

Generated definitions (experimental)

reaction

This term refers to a response or effect that follows an initial event or action, often implying a counter-reaction.

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His opinion received a lot of reactions.

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That caused an unexpected reaction.

recoil

This meaning pertains to the backward movement or pull that occurs when a force is exerted, commonly associated with firearms or machinery.

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After firing the gun, my shoulder jolted back from the recoil.

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I had to adjust the position of the gun considering the recoil.

kick

Similar to recoil, this meaning conveys a sudden, sharp movement or force that is often experienced when a propelled object is released or struck.

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The bike jumped slightly due to the kick when the engine started.

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The soccer ball headed toward the goal with a kick.

backlash

This interpretation refers to a strong or adverse response to a decision or action, often seen in social contexts or movements.

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A significant backlash is anticipated against this new policy.

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His remarks triggered a backlash from society.

Generated collocations (experimental)

to receive a reactionreverse recoilreactive dynamicslaw of reactionto calculate the recoilto make use of the reactionpolitical backlashsocial backlashlarge recoilto be affected by the reaction

Wiktionary definitions (experimental)

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Example sentences

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A conservative is not always a reactionary.

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