Meaning & use

emote

verb·Academic

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To express emotion, especially in an exaggerated or theatrical way.

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The actor emoted so dramatically that the audience burst out laughing.

Players can use in-game gestures to emote to their teammates.

A note on using this word

Often used slightly critically to describe overacting, though it's neutral in gaming or animation contexts.

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