gesticulated

Meanings

• Verb

  To make expressive body movements, especially when speaking, in order to emphasize or clarify speech.

  - "He was so excited that he could not help gesticulating while he spoke."
  - "The actor's gesticulations added depth to his performance."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with gesticulated
Applicable , capacitable , controllable , deplorable , edible , eligible , emplorable , implorable , irresponsible , observable , portable , responsible , sustainable , terrible , uncontrollable , unobservable , unstable , unstoppable , usable , viable , visible , wonderful

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Variants

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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.'

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Trivia

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1. Did you know that some animals, such as meerkats and chimpanzees, use gesticulation as a means of communication?

2. In some cultures, gesticulation is considered impolite or disrespectful. For example, in Japan, it is customary to keep hands still during conversations.

3. The study of gesticulation is called 'kinesics.'

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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. Sign Language: A visual communication system that uses hand gestures, body movements, and facial expressions to convey meaning.

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Culture

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Gesticulation is a common aspect of human communication and has been used in various forms throughout history. In ancient Greece and Rome, actors used exaggerated gestures to convey emotions to their audiences. In modern times, gesticulation is used in various contexts, including public speaking, sign language, and body language.

How to Memorize "gesticulated"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine someone speaking passionately and making expressive gestures with their hands and body.
   - Visualize yourself making exaggerated gestures while telling a story.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'gesticulation' with expressive body movements.
   - Think of the word 'gesticulation' as a synonym for 'body language' or 'expressive movements'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mental image of the word 'gesticulation' as a series of exaggerated hand and body movements.
   - Use the acronym 'G-E-S-T-I-C-U-L-A-T-E' to remember the meaning of the word (Gestures Expressing Thoughts In Communicative Acts).

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