English dictionary · noun
anthropomorphism
The ascribing of human characteristics and behaviors to entities.
Meaning and definitions
- The ascribing of human characteristics and behaviors to entities.
- The ascribing of human characteristics to divine nonhuman entities.
Connected roots
- anthrop-
human being
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- anthropology
the study of human societies, cultures, and their development
- philanthropy
the desire to promote the welfare of others, shown by generous donations
- anthropomorphic
Having the form of a human.
- anthropoid
Having characteristics of a human, usually in terms of shape or appearance.
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