pantomime
2 synonyms for pantomime, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The act of telling a story or communicating through gesture and expression alone, without speaking.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
mime
dumb show
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
The act of telling a story or communicating through gesture and expression alone, without speaking.
“The mime performed an entire pantomime of getting stuck in an invisible box.”
mime
dumb show
2. verb
To act something out using only gestures, without speaking.
“She pantomimed drinking a cup of tea to explain what she wanted.”
Etymology
From Latin pantomimus, from Greek pantómimos ("imitator of all"), from pas ("all") + mimeomai ("to mimic").
Full origin of pantomime →Frequently asked questions
What does “pantomime” mean?
The word “pantomime” means the act of telling a story or communicating through gesture and expression alone, without speaking. In plain terms, silent storytelling through gesture, or (in the UK) a festive family stage show.
How do you pronounce “pantomime”?
“Pantomime” is pronounced PAN-tuh-muh-ihm (/ˈpæn.təˌmaɪm/ in IPA).
How do you use “pantomime” in a sentence?
Here is “pantomime” used in a sentence: “The mime performed an entire pantomime of getting stuck in an invisible box.”
What part of speech is “pantomime”?
Depending on how it is used, “pantomime” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “pantomime” come from?
The word “pantomime” comes from Latin. From Latin pantomimus, from Greek pantómimos ("imitator of all"), from pas ("all") + mimeomai ("to mimic").
How many meanings does “pantomime” have?
“Pantomime” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of telling a story or communicating through gesture and expression alone, without speaking.
