animation
n. C / Un. the process of making movies or drawings look like they are moving. It can also mean a feeling of great energy and excitement in the way someone speaks or acts.
n. the technique of photographing successive drawings or positions of models to create an illusion of movement when the film is shown as a sequence. Also refers to the state of being full of life or vigour.
The new movie uses beautiful hand-drawn animation.
The studio spent three years on the character animation to ensure every facial expression looked realistic.
While the technical precision of the digital animation was undeniable, the film lacked the narrative soul required to truly resonate with a mature audience.
From Latin animatio, from animare, equivalent to animate + -ion.
Uncountable when referring to the general technique or the quality of liveliness; countable when referring to a specific film or sequence.