Antonyms for animation

Grammar : Noun

Spell : an-uh-mey-shuhn

Phonetic Transcription : ˌæn əˈmeɪ ʃən

Definition of animation

Origin : 1590s, "action of imparting life," from Latin animationem (nominative animatio) "an animating," noun of action from past participle stem of animare (see animate (v.)). Meaning "vitality" is from 1610s. Cinematographic sense is from 1912.

noun liveliness; activity

Example sentences :

"Precisely what I wanted to reach," said Mrs. Roberts, with animation.
Extract from : « Ester Ried Yet Speaking » by Isabella Alden

The birds, with their various song, gave an air of populousness and animation to the grove.
Extract from : « Imogen » by William Godwin

Their animation was almost like the animation of a nightmare.
Extract from : « A Spirit in Prison » by Robert Hichens

The soldiers were all delighted; the animation in the camp was still more pronounced.
Extract from : « The Downfall » by Emile Zola

The animation of her face was clouded instantly as by a shadow of disappointment.
Extract from : « The Duke Of Chimney Butte » by G. W. Ogden

"I never said anything of the sort," the mother declared, with a touch of animation.
Extract from : « The Market-Place » by Harold Frederic

Powers of mind that had been dulled were restored to animation and keenness.
Extract from : « Prairie Farmer, Vol. 56: No. 4, January 26, 1884 » by Various

I was of the age to feel its variety, animation, and ardour.
Extract from : « Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine -- Volume 57, No. 351, January 1845 » by Various

The presence of a cow, sheep, &c., gives life and animation to the view.
Extract from : « The Ladies' Work-Table Book » by Anonymous

She spoke little, and never with animation, in a low, soft voice.
Extract from : « Great Men and Famous Women, Vol. 8 (of 8) » by Various

Synonyms for animation

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