anime

noun

an·​i·​me ˈa-nə-ˌmā  ˈä-nē- 

: a style of animation originating in Japan that is characterized by stark colorful graphics depicting vibrant characters in action-filled plots often with fantastic or futuristic themes

Examples of anime in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

After all, die-hard sports fans who want kids probably aren't looking for someone who loves anime and dislikes children. —PC Magazine, 21 Apr. 2025

His work is heard in dozens of other video games and anime, but his deep and intimidating timbre is so distinct that fans immediately recognize him. —Gieson Cacho, Mercury News, 18 Apr. 2025

Rui Hachimura: From Slam Dunk To Crypto.com Arena Rui Hachimura’s basketball journey began in an unconventional place: the pages of ‘Slam Dunk’, the iconic anime that captured the heart of Japan’s basketball culture. —Sindiswa Mabunda, Forbes.com, 18 Apr. 2025

The springtime complement to Halloween Horror Nights, Fan Fest Nights focuses on theme park theatrics and sci-fi, gaming and anime rather than horror. —Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Japanese, animation, short for animēshiyon, from English

First Known Use

1985, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for anime

• airway
• allay
• archway
• array
• ashtray
• astray
• aue
• away
• ballet
• belay
• beltway
• beret

Kids Definition

anime

noun

an·​i·​me ˈan-ə-ˌmā  ˈä-nē- 

: a style of animation originating in Japan that has stark colorful graphics, action-filled plots, and often fantastic or futuristic themes

Etymology

from Japanese, literally, "animation," short for animēshiyon (from English)