Here is the requested information on the word "mimed":
1. Parts of Speech: Verb
2. Definitions: To act out a story, play, or other work of art silently, using only gestures and facial expressions to convey the meaning.
3. Pronunciations: US: /maɪmd/, UK: /maɪmd/
4. Origin and Usage: The word "mime" comes from the Greek word "mimos," meaning "imitator." The practice of mime dates back to ancient Greece and Rome, where it was used in theater performances. In modern times, mime is often used in street performances and as a form of physical comedy. The past tense of "mime" is "mimed."
5. Synonyms: Gesture, pantomime, perform, act out, imitate
6. Related Words: Clime, chime, slime, prime, crime
7. Example Sentences:
- The actor mimed the scene with great precision.
- The street performer mimed the act of juggling.
- She mimed the words to the song, even though she wasn singing aloud.