gesticulate Antonyms

Meaning of gesticulate

Wordnet

gesticulate (v)

show, express or direct through movement

Webster

gesticulate (v. i.)

To make gestures or motions, as in speaking; to use postures.

Webster

gesticulate (v. t.)

To represent by gesture; to act.

gesticulate Sentence Examples

  1. The professor animatedly gestured with his hands as he explained the complex theories.
  2. The politician used exaggerated gestures to emphasize his passionate pleas.
  3. The sign-language interpreter gracefully gestured, conveying the speaker's words.
  4. The children giggled as they gesticulated wildly during their game of charades.
  5. The conductor gesticulated with precision, leading the orchestra through the demanding symphony.
  6. The yoga instructor guided her students with gentle gestures, encouraging them to find relaxation and balance.
  7. The actor's subtle gestures added depth and nuance to his performance.
  8. The traffic controller calmly gestured to direct oncoming vehicles, maintaining order on the busy road.
  9. The dancer's graceful gestures expressed the emotions and story of the ballet.
  10. The student nervously gestured as she attempted to explain her thesis to the professor.

FAQs About the word gesticulate

show, express or direct through movementTo make gestures or motions, as in speaking; to use postures., To represent by gesture; to act.

nod, wave,gesture, signal, mime, motion,sign, pantomime, relate, tell

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The professor animatedly gestured with his hands as he explained the complex theories.

The politician used exaggerated gestures to emphasize his passionate pleas.

The sign-language interpreter gracefully gestured, conveying the speaker's words.

The children giggled as they gesticulated wildly during their game of charades.