animated
Translation
animated, lively, full of life
Examples
They had an animated discussion about politics.
They had an animated discussion about politics.
The children watched an animated film.
The children watched an animated film.
Grammar Patterns
((an)) animated ((noun)) They watched an animated film.
Similar Words
Synonyms: lively, spirited, vibrant; Antonyms: dull, listless, inanimate
Etymology
Past participle of the verb 'animate'. From the sense 'given life to', it came to mean 'lively'.
Memory Tips
An 'animated film' is a film that has been brought to life. This can help you remember both meanings: related to cartoons and being full of life.