gesticulate

Meanings

• Verb

  To make expressive movements with the body, especially the hands or arms, to accompany speech or thought.

  - "During his passionate speech, the politician gesticulated wildly."
  - "The deaf person relied on the interpreter's gesticulations to understand the conversation."

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Pronunciation

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2. /dʒɛsˈtɪkjəleɪt/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with gesticulate
esterculate , agglutinate , conglutinate

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Variants

List of all variants of gesticulate that leads to same result
gesticulate , gesticulated , gesticulates , gesticulating , gesticulative , gesticulator , gesticulators , gesticulatory

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'gesticulare,' meaning 'to perform,' or 'to act,' derived from 'gestus,' which means 'a posture' or 'a deed.'

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Trivia

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1. Did you know that some researchers believe that gesticulation helps to clarify and reinforce spoken language?

2. Gestures can also be used to convey emotions, such as anger, excitement, or sadness.

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Related Concepts

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1. Body language: The use of nonverbal communication through facial expressions, posture, and gestures to convey meaning.

2. Mime: A theatrical art form that uses gestures, body movements, and facial expressions to tell a story without speaking.

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Culture

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Gesticulation has been a part of human communication since ancient times, and it plays a significant role in various aspects of human life, including art, theater, and public speaking.

How to Memorize "gesticulate"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the movements associated with gesticulating, such as waving your arms or making expressive hand gestures.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'gesticulate' with movements or actions that involve expressing yourself through body language.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic phrase like 'Gesture Expresses Thoughts Actively' to help remember the meaning of the word.

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