Definitions

animation

[an-uh-mey-shuhn] / ˌæn əˈmeɪ ʃən /

NOUN

liveliness; activity

Synonyms

STRONG

action ardor bounce brio briskness buoyancy dash dynamism ebullience elation energy enthusiasm esprit excitement exhilaration fervor gaiety life oomph passion pep sparkle spirit sprightliness verve vibrancy vigor vim vitality vivacity zeal zest zing zip

WEAK

high spirits élan

Antonyms

STRONG

apathy calm calmness coldness coolness depression discouragement dullness enervation idleness inactivity indifference laziness lethargy lifelessness sadness unhappiness

Example Sentences

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But beyond the animation itself, the writing was always truthful.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

But reports suggest that the iPhone’s Dynamic Island will have a permanently accessible Siri animation, and that users will be able to swipe down to access a Search or Ask interface.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 6, 2026

A 3D animation will be created, just like with goalline technology, which can show the exact ball position.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

But her passion was for animation and she launched a career in that field.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

They could talk of nothing but officers; and Mr. Bingley’s large fortune, the mention of which gave animation to their mother, was worthless in their eyes when opposed to the regimentals of an ensign.

From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen

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