Gesticulation (noun)

A gesture or movement made with the hands, arms, or body for emphasis or expression.

Origin:

Late 16th century: from latin gesticulat- 'gestured', from the verb gesticulare, from gesticulus 'a little gesture', from gestus 'a carrying, gesture'.

Examples:

1. The speaker's gesticulations added emphasis to his words.
2. Her gesticulations showed her frustration with the situation.
3. The dancer's gesticulations added an extra level of expression to her performance.
4. The child's gesticulations were full of energy and excitement.
5. The teacher used gesticulations to keep the students' attention.