Meaning & use
gesticulations
Expressive movements of the hands or arms, especially while speaking.
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His wild gesticulations made it obvious he was upset about the delay.
The comedian's exaggerated gesticulations added to the humor of his story.
A note on using this word
Usually implies energetic or dramatic hand movement, more emphatic than a simple 'gesture.'
Words with a similar meaning
gestures
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