Synonyms for

Anthropomorphic

Verb / ˌænθrʌpʌˈmɔ:rfɪk / Another word for anthropomorphic — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Anthropomorphic means having human characteristics or qualities, such as the ability to think or feel emotions, attributed to objects, animals, or gods.

Synonyms & similar words

humanlike anthropomorphous humanlike personified humanoid human-shaped human-formed humanoid humanistic personlike humanesque anthropomorphous humanly humanistic humanoid human-shaped human-formed personified humanlike personlike anthropomorphous humanesque

Example sentences

  1. My stuffed animals are anthropomorphic because they have human-like qualities.
  2. The artist drew an anthropomorphic tree with a face and arms.
  3. The movie features an anthropomorphic robot that can express emotions.
  4. The book has anthropomorphic animals that speak and wear clothes.
  5. The ancient Egyptians often depicted gods as anthropomorphic beings.

Quotes

  • 'Anthropomorphic animals, I want to paint them because I like them.' - Yoshitomo Nara
  • 'I have a very anthropomorphic approach to my characters.' - Jim Henson
  • 'I think we all have a slightly anthropomorphic view of dogs because they are such a part of our lives.' - John Bradshaw

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