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
David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 24 Jan. 2026
This will be dismissed as frivolous, anthropomorphic nonsense.
—Shaw Walters, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
The research team introduces Emo, an advanced anthropomorphic facial robot designed to enhance social interaction.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 15 Jan. 2026
Other characters in the comics included Dilbert’s anthropomorphic megalomaniacal pet, Dogbert; his oblivious manager, known only as Pointy-Haired Boss; his co-workers, Alice, Asok, and Wally; and the sadistic head of HR Catbert.
—Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 14 Jan. 2026
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“Anthropomorphic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/anthropomorphic. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.
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