Gesticulation

Pronunciation: /dʒɛˌstɪkjəˈleɪʃən/

Definitions of gesticulation

noun a gesture, especially a dramatic one, used instead of speaking or to emphasize one's words

Example Sentences

A1 She tried to communicate with gestures and gesticulations.

A2 The actor's gesticulations added depth to his performance.

B1 His gesticulations were so exaggerated that they were distracting.

B2 The speaker's gesticulations were synchronized perfectly with his words.

C1 The politician's gesticulations were carefully calculated to appeal to the audience.

C2 Her gesticulations were so expressive that they could convey emotions without words.

Examples of gesticulation in a Sentence

formal The speaker used precise gesticulations to emphasize her points during the presentation.

informal He's always waving his hands around when he talks, like his gesticulations will make his story more interesting.

slang She was throwing up gang signs and other gesticulations while rapping on stage.

figurative His gesticulations of kindness towards the homeless man warmed the hearts of onlookers.

Grammatical Forms of gesticulation

• past tense: gesticulated
• plural: gesticulations
• comparative: more gesticulatory
• superlative: most gesticulatory
• present tense: gesticulate
• future tense: will gesticulate
• perfect tense: has gesticulated
• continuous tense: is gesticulating
• singular: gesticulation
• positive degree: gesticulatory
• infinitive: to gesticulate
• gerund: gesticulating
• participle: gesticulated

Origin and Evolution of gesticulation

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'gesticulation' originated from the Latin word 'gesticulatio', which is derived from the verb 'gesticulare' meaning 'to gesture'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe the act of making gestures or movements with the hands or body to express ideas or emotions, 'gesticulation' has evolved to also encompass exaggerated or theatrical gestures in communication.