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Meaning of the word animated in English

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animated

US /ˈæn.ə.meɪ.t̬ɪd/
UK /ˈæn.ə.meɪ.t̬ɪd/
"animated" picture

Adjective

1.

full of life or excitement; lively

Example:
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The children were very animated as they talked about their trip to the zoo.
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He gave an animated speech about his vision for the future.
Synonym:
livelyspiritedvivaciousenergeticebullient
Synonym:
lifelessdullunenthusiastic
2.

made to appear to move as if alive

Example:
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The children watched the animated cartoon with great interest.
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The artist created a series of beautiful animated short films.
Synonym:
cartoonmotion picturemoving image
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