Net force is a term used in physics to describe the sum of all forces acting upon an object. It is represented by the equation Fnet = ma, where Fnet is the net force, m is the mass of the object, and a is its acceleration. There are a few synonyms for net force, including resultant force, total force, and overall force. Resultant force is commonly used when discussing the vector sum of two or more forces acting on an object. Total force and overall force both refer to the sum of all forces acting on an object, similar to net force. Regardless of the terminology used, net force is a crucial concept in physics and helps to explain the motion and behavior of objects.