animation

[ an-uh-mey-shuhn ]

noun

1. animated quality; liveliness; vivacity; spirit:

   to talk with animation.

   Synonyms: sprightliness, exhilaration, ardor, enthusiasm, energy, vigor

   Antonyms: sluggishness

2. an act or instance of animating or enlivening.
3. the state or condition of being animated.
4. Graphic Arts
   1. a dynamic visual medium produced from static drawings, models, or objects posed in a series of incremental movements that are then rapidly sequenced to give the illusion of lifelike motion.
   2. the process of preparing such animation, as for films, cartoons, video games, etc.
   3. a product of such animation, as a film or cartoon.

animation

/ ˌænɪˈmeɪʃən /

noun

1. liveliness; vivacity
2. the condition of being alive
3. 1. the techniques used in the production of animated cartoons
   2. a variant of animated cartoon

Other Words From

• inter·ani·mation noun
• nonan·i·mation noun
• over·ani·mation noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of animation¹

1590–1600; 1910–15 animation fordef 4; (< Middle French ) < Latin animātiōn- (stem of animātiō a bestowing of life). See animate, -ion

Example Sentences

But “Moana 2” is a worthy sequel, with gorgeous animation, a thoughtful representation of Polynesian culture and another exciting adventure for our inspiring Moana.

From Los Angeles Times

The type of technology has not been decided, but the project will look at "AI and immersive technology" and also consider virtual reality, augmented reality and employing 3D modelling and animation techniques.

From BBC

Video game actors, visual effects artists, animation workers and intimacy coordinators are all making big moves in the Hollywood labor space.

From Los Angeles Times

Disputes over AI protections have also fueled tensions in Hollywood’s close-knit animation community.

From Los Angeles Times

Medieval artists crafting astute sculptural designs like this were doing pre-industrial animation, intended to bring static imagery to life.

From Los Angeles Times