n. [ L. animatio, fr. animare. ] 1. The act of animating, or giving life or spirit; the state of being animate or alive. [ 1913 Webster ]
The animation of the same soul quickening the whole frame. Bp. Hall. [ 1913 Webster ]
Perhaps an inanimate thing supplies me, while I am speaking, with whatever I possess of animation. Landor. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. The state of being lively, brisk, or full of spirit and vigor; vivacity; spiritedness; as, he recited the story with great animation. [ 1913 Webster ]
Suspended animation, temporary suspension of the vital functions, as in persons nearly drowned. [ 1913 Webster ]
Syn. -- Liveliness; vivacity; spirit; buoyancy; airiness; sprightliness; promptitude; enthusiasm; ardor; earnestness; energy. See Liveliness. [ 1913 Webster ]