Definition

Having a style or appearance that is similar to that of a cartoon, often exaggerated or simplified.

Example

The characters in the movie were very cartoonlike, with big eyes and funny expressions.

Conversation

Have you seen that new movie with the cartoonlike characters?

Yeah, I watched it last weekend! It was so fun.

I love how they made everything look so cartoonlike and colorful.

Absolutely! It gave the whole film a playful vibe.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cartoonlike is formed from "cartoon" (from French *caricature*, meaning a drawing or representation) and "-like" (meaning resembling or similar to). The word "cartoonlike" describes something that resembles or has the characteristics of a cartoon.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'cartoon' as a drawing and '-like' meaning similar to — so cartoonlike means something that looks like a cartoon.

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