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gesticulations

noun
dʒɛsˌtɪk.jʊˈleɪ.ʃənz

Meaning

Expressive hand or body movements while speaking to convey thoughts or emotions

Example Sentences

His energetic gesticulations made the speech more engaging.

Synonyms

hand movements, signals, expressive gestures

Antonyms

stillness, inactivity, stiffness

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