How to Pronounce Exanimate

To pronounce "exanimate", say EX-an-im-at-e — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

EX-an-im-at-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “exanimate”

"exanimate" has 5 syllables: ex-an-im-at-e.

What does exanimate mean?

verb

  1. To deprive of animation or of life.

adjective

  1. Lifeless, not or no longer living, dead.
  2. Spiritless, dispirited, disheartened, not lively.

Synonyms

dejected

Related words

lifelessdeadlivelessexanimousunanimateddead-alivesubanimatedeceased

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "exanimate"?▾

"Exanimate" has 5 syllables: ex · an · im · at · e.

What does "exanimate" mean?▾

Exanimate: To deprive of animation or of life.

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