Animate
mediumPositive toneAN-ih-mayt
verb
Definition
To give life, energy, or spirit to
Memory hook
ANIM-ATE: Give ANIMA (soul/life) to something -- like an animator bringing cartoons to life.
Word roots
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Examples
“Her enthusiasm animated the entire team.”
“The documentary animated historical events with vivid imagery.”
Test yourself
Fill in the blank with the right word:
“Her enthusiasm ______ the entire team.”
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animated
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GRE Tip
Animate is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "enliven" or "invigorate" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "deaden".
Related GRE Words
invigorate
To give strength or energy to
energize
To give vitality, enthusiasm, or energy to; to invigorate
revitalize
To give new life or vigor to
flag
(verb) To become tired or less enthusiastic; to decline in vigor
lethargic
Affected by lethargy; sluggish and apathetic
lethargy
A lack of energy and enthusiasm; sluggishness
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