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Mila became animated as she told the class about her trip.
What does Animated mean?
Animated means lively, excited, and full of expression.
Dictionary definition
Lively, excited, and full of expression.
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What does animated mean?
Animated means lively, excited, and full of expression.
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Which word is closest in meaning to animated?
Lively is close in meaning to animated in this context.
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Animated
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WordAnimated.
Partadjective.
MeaningAnimated means lively, excited, and full of expression.
ExampleExample: Mila became animated as she told the class about her trip.
Word breakdown
4 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- an · uh · may · tid
- Strongest beat
- an
- Ending
- tid
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on an.
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Synonyms
Words like Animated
livelyUse when someone shows a lot of energy or expression.
Antonyms
Opposite words
quietUse when someone shows little movement or expression.
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Word family
Animated word family
Base word
animate
noun
animation
Movement or lively expression.
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Hint for students
Look for clues that show excitement, gestures, or lively expression.
Common mix-up
Animated can describe drawings that move, but it can also describe a lively person.
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