Synonyms for
Cartoons
Definition
Cartoons are a type of entertainment that is made by drawing pictures and showing them quickly in a way that makes them look like they are moving.
Synonyms & similar words
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- animated cartoons
- political cartoons
- cartoon characters
- cartoon network
- cartoon strip
- cartoon violence
- cartoonishly simple
Word family
noun cartoon
adjective cartoonish
Usage note
While 'cartoons' often refers to animated films or drawings for children, it can also refer to satirical drawings, especially in politics. The informal 'toons' is very common.
Example sentences
- My favorite cartoon is Spongebob Squarepants.
- We laughed at the silly cartoons in the newspaper.
- I learned a lot from educational cartoons like Schoolhouse Rock.
- I can draw my own cartoons and make my own stories.
- Cartoons are a great way to express creativity and imagination.
Quotes
Animation can explain whatever the mind of man can conceive. This facility makes it the most versatile and explicit means of communication yet devised for quick mass appreciation. - Walt Disney
I love those cartoons you see on Saturday mornings like Bugs Bunny and stuff like that. - Mike Judge
Cartooning is a wonderful career, and I'd like more women to get to have it. I can't think of any reason why we won't. - Cathy Guisewite