Countable; in online communication, a small image or icon expressing emotion.
Definitions
A small digital image, icon, or animation used in online communication to convey an emotion or reaction; an emoji. She posted a heart emote to show her appreciation.
A display or expression of emotion, especially one that is exaggerated or theatrical. The actor's loud sobbing was just another dramatic emote.
Synonyms
emotional display
display of emotion
dramatic display
Used attributively to describe something related to digital emotes.
Definitions
Relating to or functioning as an emote, especially in digital communication or gaming contexts. She selected an emote icon from the emote menu.