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animated

an·i·mat·ed

animated

 
pronunciation:
ae n meI td
features:
Word Combinations (adjective)
part of speech: adjective
definition 1: full of activity, spirit, or excitement.
She has an animated way of speaking that holds the listener's attention.
synonyms:
effervescent, lively, sprightly, vivacious
antonyms:
dejected, depressed, sluggish, subdued
similar words:
alive, brisk, dynamic, ebullient, energetic, excited, hearty, spirited, vigorous, vital
definition 2: able to move as though alive.
The small children were thrilled by the animated puppets.
antonyms:
inert
similar words:
live
definition 3: containing figures or objects that appear to move.
Animated films have widened their audiences in recent years.
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derivation: animatedly (adv.)