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relativistic

re·la·ti·vistic

UK/ˈɹɛl.ə.təˌvɪst.ɪk/ US/ˌrɛlʌtɪˈvɪstɪk/ uncommon

adjective

1.

relating or subject to the special or the general theory of relativity

  • “relativistic quantum mechanics”
  • “relativistic increase in mass”
  • “radiation from relativistic particles”
2.

of or relating to the philosophical doctrine of relativism

Origin

From relativist + -ic or relative + -istic.

Phrases

  • relativistic kill vehicle
  • relativistic mass
  • relativistic mechanics
  • relativistic quantum mechanics

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