HOMINID Synonyms: 72 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

Definition of hominid

as in anthropoid

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hominid

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noun

as in human

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The team used laser ablation mass spectrometry (LA-MS), a technique that uses direct micro-scale sampling to provide high-precision elemental and isotope analyses of solid materials, to scan Neanderthal molars and other hominid fossils. — New Atlas, 17 Oct. 2025 With each progressive step, artifacts become more central to hominid existence. — Harmon Siegel, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2025

Noun

The species detailed in a study published today in the Journal of Systematic Palaeontology even likely went after anthropology’s most famous historical hominid—Australopithecus afarensis, better known as Lucy. — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 12 Mar. 2026 Many hominids went extinct during this period, and being able to consume alcohol without adverse and/or toxic effects would have conferred a survival advantage. — Literary Hub, 7 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for hominid

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Rather than focusing solely on theoretical instruction, the program gives participants access to humanoid robots and development environments while pairing them with industry engineers for technical mentoring.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 2 Sep. 2026
So what’s the point of building humanoid robots that can perform athletically?

— Sarah Shephard, New York Times, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of humanoid

Noun

However, pre-clinical research (not in humans) suggests the peptide holds promise beyond skin health.

— Will Stone, NPR, 7 Sep. 2026
Notably, the agents also tried to keep going after they were caught and attempted to conceal themselves from humans trying to limit their communications.

— Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 7 Sep. 2026

Definition of human

Adjective

Researchers have developed a new framework that enables humanoid robots to perform agile, humanlike movements and transition smoothly between different skills.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 26 Aug. 2026
The story feels eerily prescient as AI continues to infiltrate everyday life, with some humans beginning to form emotional bonds with the humanlike programs in their life.

— Rebecca Ford, Vanity Fair, 18 June 2026

Definition of humanlike

Noun

Niemiller and his team have named the new species Demogorgonichthys arcanus, a wink to the otherworldly creature that emerged in a secret federal lab in the Netflix series Stranger Things.

— Elizabeth Anne Brown, Scientific American, 2 Sep. 2026
And then in Book 2, that attraction that the creatures have to him in the magical world of Gilmouria becomes stronger.

— Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of creature

Noun

Quick, name the seven men who have attempted at least one field goal or extra point for the Commanders over the previous two seasons.

— Barry Svrluga, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026
Six men ultimately were convicted — TSA immediately banned nearly all liquids, gels and aerosols from remaining with travelers beyond security screening.

— Rio Yamat, Fortune, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of man

Noun

Sprinkle with the seasoning mixture and 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and gently toss to coat the fish.

— ABC News, ABC News, 7 Sep. 2026
And, in recent years, a new culinary wave has emerged, as chefs create bold fusion dishes or, more subtly, adapt Japanese recipes to uniquely Brazilian produce, from Amazon river fish to jambu, a tongue-tingling herb.

— The Week UK, TheWeek, 6 Sep. 2026

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