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gesticulate vs nod

nod vs gesticulate

gesticulate is not a noun while nod is a noun.

gesticulate and nod both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
gesticulate No No Yes No
nod Yes No Yes No
As verbs, nod is a hyponym of gesticulate; that is, nod is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than gesticulate:
  • gesticulate: show, express or direct through movement
  • nod: express or signify by nodding
Other hyponyms of gesticulate include wink, exsert, extend, hold out, put out, stretch forth, stretch out, shrug, clap, spat, acclaim, applaud, clap, spat, bless, sign, cross oneself, bow, bow down, shake, beckon, wave, kneel.
gesticulate (noun) nod (noun)
the act of nodding the head
a sign of assent or salutation or command
gesticulate (verb) nod (verb)
show, express or direct through movement be almost asleep
let the head fall forward through drowsiness
lower and raise the head, as to indicate assent or agreement or confirmation
express or signify by nodding
sway gently back and forth, as in a nodding motion
Difference between gesticulate and nod

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