Meaning & Definition of Ballistic in English
Ballistic
Pronunciation:
/bəˈlɪstɪk/Part of Speech:
adjectiveMeaning and Definition of Ballistic
1. Primary Definition
relating to projectiles or their flight.
2. Detailed Definitions
Definition: Of or relating to the science of the motion of projectiles.
Example Sentence: The ballistic trajectory of the missile was carefully calculated.
Definition: Relating to the throwing of objects or the study of projectile motion.
Example Sentence: The ballistic tests were conducted to evaluate the weapon's range.
Definition: Informally, can refer to someone being extremely angry or agitated.
Example Sentence: He went ballistic when he found out his car was towed.
Etymology
Origin: Derived from the late Latin word 'ballisticus', from 'ballista', meaning 'a type of catapult'.
Synonyms
Common Phrases and Expressions
- go ballistic: to become extremely angry
- ballistic trajectory: the path followed by a projectile under the influence of gravity
- ballistic missile: a missile that follows a predetermined ballistic trajectory
Translations
- Spanish: balístico
- French: balistique
- German: ballistisch
- Russian: баллистический
Related Words
- projectile: an object that is thrown into the air with great force
- trajectory: the path followed by a projectile flying or an object moving under the action of given forces
Slang Meanings of ballistic
Meaning: Going off the deep end emotionally.
Example Sentence: She was so surprised by the news that she went ballistic.
Meaning: Reacting with extreme anger to a situation.
Example Sentence: When he saw the mess in the kitchen, he just went ballistic.