gesture

[jes-cher] / ˈdʒɛs tʃər /

NOUN

motion as communication

Synonyms

STRONGEST

action body language expression indication nod reminder salute sign signal token

STRONG

bow curtsy genuflection gesticulation intimation mime pantomime shrug wave wink

WEAK

high sign kinesics sign language

Antonyms

WEAK

speech

Example Sentences

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The figures’ gestures and facial expressions are instantly legible.

From The Wall Street Journal

They view this as a gesture of salvation, not violation.

From Salon

“Lighten up on the arm gestures,” he shouts to another.

From The Wall Street Journal

Shane, a Canadian, does the same but with a smile and a gesture of professional admiration.

From Salon

The service combines traditional music with symbolic gestures such as placing a statue of the baby Jesus in a cradle.

From Barron's