Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word An animated or illustrated visual work, often used for entertainment or humor.
Cartoon
/kɑːˈtuːn/Synonyms:
Antonyms:
This word has no antonymsExamples:
The children watched their favorite cartoon on repeat.The museum showcased a cartoon exhibit from the 1960s.His caricature skills transformed the debate into a lively cartoon.
Etymology:
Derived from the French word carton, meaning strong, heavy paper, it gained the current sense in Italian during the 1670s as cartone, referring to an artist's preliminary sketch. In the 19th century, the word evolved to describe humorous illustrations.
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