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deanimate

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Deanimate (verb) means to take away someone or something's life or the appearance of life.

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To take away someone or something's life or the appearance of life.

"'Don't bother attempting to deanimate the undead,' says Joachim." — J. L. Connew, Origins of the Geomancer (2011)

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

Formed from de- and animate.

Antonyms

reanimate animate revive

Related words

living kill active alive survive breathing restore revival

Rhymes for deanimate

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of deanimate?

"deanimate" (verb) means to take away someone or something's life or the appearance of life.

What is the opposite of deanimate?

Opposites of "deanimate" include reanimate, animate, revive.

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