1530s, "alive," past participle adjective from animate (v.). Meaning "mentally excited" is from 1530s; "full of activity" from 1580s. The "moving pictures" sense is attested from 1895; of cartoons from 1897. Related: Animatedly.
双语例句
1. She was seen in animated conversation with the singer Yuri Marusin.
有人看见她与歌手尤里·马鲁辛交谈甚欢。
来自柯林斯例句
2. The boy was so bright and animated.
这个男孩活泼开朗，充满活力。
来自柯林斯例句
3. Her hand movements are becoming more animated.
她双手舞动得越发欢快了。
来自柯林斯例句
4. A smile suddenly animated her face.
她嫣然一笑，立显容光焕发。
来自《权威词典》
5. His observations gave rise to an animated and lively discussion.
