animated
adj. B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈænəˌmeɪtɪd// UK //ˈænɪmˌeɪtɪd// an·i·mat·ed
adj. full of energy, excitement, and movement. You use this to describe someone who is talking with a lot of feeling or a movie made from drawings.
adj. full of life, vigour, or spirit; characterised by lively movement and expression. Also refers to moving images produced from drawings or computer models.
She became very animated when talking about her favorite book.
The dinner party was a success, filled with animated conversation and laughter that lasted until midnight.
The speaker's animated gestures and dynamic vocal range kept the audience engaged throughout the lengthy presentation on urban planning.
Usage
Often used to describe people's facial expressions or physical movements during conversation.