CEFR C1

animate being

noun phrase

Meaning

A living organism, such as an animal, plant, or human, possessing life and the ability to grow and reproduce.

Examples

The scientist studied the unique characteristics of each animate being in the rainforest.
Unlike a rock, a bird is an animate being capable of movement and thought.

Synonyms: organism, creature, living thing, entity

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animate being (C1)

noun phrase

Pronunciation: /ˈænɪmət ˈbiːɪŋ/

Definition

A living organism, such as an animal, plant, or human, possessing life and the ability to grow and reproduce.

Examples

The scientist studied the unique characteristics of each animate being in the rainforest.
Unlike a rock, a bird is an animate being capable of movement and thought.
Ancient cultures often attributed spirits to every animate being, from rivers to mountains.

Synonyms of animate being

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Antonyms of animate being

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