anthropomorphic
adjective
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As word lovers, we are endlessly fascinated by the uniqueness and complexity of human language. Many species use sounds and gestures to communicate with one another, but the ability to speak in full sentences, to share abstract ideas, and to write and tell stories is distinctly anthropic. Brilliant though dogs may be, they can’t verbalize their hopes and dreams. That is, unless those dogs are anthropomorphic—a trait common in works of fiction. From chatty chiweenies to tangoing tapirs, depictions of anthropomorphic animals abound thanks to our creative superpowers.
Examples of anthropomorphic in a Sentence
Kevin Jacobsen, EW.com, 10 May 2025
The short story was inspired by the ancient folkloric legend of the Golem, an anthropomorphic being usually made from clay or mud, brought to life by magical means to serve its creator.
—Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 9 May 2025
Of all the various anthropomorphic talking bears out there, few wear pants, but only one wears a red shirt: Winnie-the-POOH!
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025
While the voice actors provided the basis of the lions’ expressions and emotions, Quad Cap added more anthropomorphic qualities.
—Bill Desowitz, IndieWire, 26 Mar. 2025
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“Anthropomorphic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/anthropomorphic. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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