animatingly
|an-i-mat-ing-ly|
/ˈænɪmeɪtɪŋli/
imparting lively energy
Etymology
'animatingly' originates from Latin, specifically the root 'anima' meaning 'breath, soul,' via the verb 'animare' ('to give life, enliven'), combined with English '-ly' attached to 'animating' (the present participle of 'animate').
'animare' yielded the Latin past participle 'animatus,' which passed through Middle French 'animer' into English 'animate'; the present participle 'animating' plus the adverbial suffix '-ly' formed the modern English adverb 'animatingly'.
Initially, it conveyed the sense of 'in a way that gives life or spirit'; over time it broadened to mean 'in a lively, invigorating, or inspiring manner.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a way that gives life, energy, or liveliness to something; enliveningly.
She narrated the story animatingly, and the children leaned forward in excitement.
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Adverb 2
in a way that motivates or inspires action or interest.
The coach spoke animatingly before the match, and the team took the field with new purpose.
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Last updated: 2025/08/12 07:24