inanimate
1 antonym for inanimate — opposites grouped by meaning.
Adjective — Not alive and incapable of movement on its own, like a rock or a chair.
Antonyms
How to use inanimate
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
inanimate object
inanimate matter
Etymology
From Late Latin inanimatus, from in- plus animatus, "animated" or "given life."
Full origin of inanimate →Frequently asked questions
What does “inanimate” mean?
The word “inanimate” means not alive and incapable of movement on its own, like a rock or a chair. In plain terms, describes objects with no life in them — the opposite of animate or living.
How do you pronounce “inanimate”?
“Inanimate” is pronounced ihn-A-nih-muht (/ɪnˈænɪmət/ in IPA).
How do you use “inanimate” in a sentence?
Here is “inanimate” used in a sentence: “The child talked to her stuffed animals as though the inanimate toys could hear her.”
What part of speech is “inanimate”?
“Inanimate” is an adjective.
Where does the word “inanimate” come from?
The word “inanimate” comes from Late Latin. From Late Latin inanimatus, from in- plus animatus, "animated" or "given life.".
