1690s, scientific use in mechanics, "quantity of motion of a moving body," from Latin momentum "movement, moving power" (see moment). Figurative use dates from 1782.
实用例句
1. Demands for his dismissal have gathered momentum in recent weeks.
最近几周，要求将他解职的呼声越来越高。
来自柯林斯例句
2. The fight for his release gathers momentum each day.
争取使他获释的斗争声势日益加强。
来自《权威词典》
3. The sledge gained momentum as it ran down the hill.
雪橇从山上下冲时的动力越来越大.
来自《简明英汉词典》
4. The historical tide is surging forward with great momentum.
