HUMANOIDS Synonyms: 50 Similar and Opposite Words

humanoids

noun

plural of humanoid

as in humans

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Recent Examples of humanoids Building better humanoids Alongside Dyno, VinDynamics is showcasing a range of technologies that form the building blocks of its humanoid robotics platform. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 2 June 2026

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Noun

But its effect on us humans — and our lives and economies — isn’t straightforward.

— Andrew Freedman, CNN Money, 4 Aug. 2026
Spanning five acres of land, this remote residence has plenty of room for everyone (humans and animals) to stretch their legs after a long drive.

— Kelsey Mulvey, Vogue, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of humans

Noun

Quixotic aerialists twisted, turned and unfolded above the crowd, using flowing fabric and butterfly-inspired movements to mirror the creatures being celebrated.

— Sophia Buonpane, Kansas City Star, 1 Aug. 2026
With its spectacular imagery of bioluminescent creatures, not to mention a giant squid measuring somewhere between 2-4 storeys tall, this is a film that demands to be seen on the big screen.

— Matthew Carey, Deadline, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of creatures

Noun

Spreading this kind of malicious rhetoric directed at beings who can’t defend themselves is common on Gutfeld’s show.

— Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 5 Aug. 2026
Just look at the sleeve of XXXXX, the latest in her Giger-esque series of covers featuring cyborg-like beings, where her body is attached to what looks like some kind of tank or ship.

— Andrew Ryce, Pitchfork, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of beings

Noun

Another 13 people were wounded on downtown Sacramento’s K Street and 10th Street, in what became the deadliest mass shooting in the city’s history.

— Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 19 June 2026
Organizers say more than 125,000 people are expected throughout the event, bringing in millions of dollars for the local economy.

— Ryan Hughes, CBS News, 19 June 2026

Definition of people

Noun

Motivated, talented individuals (which is to say, founders) can go much further with far fewer resources than at any point in the history of software.

— Michael Wee, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2026
Families should be cautious about signing documents, paying unverified individuals or accepting guarantees about release or case outcomes.

— Ascend Agency, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of individuals

Noun

The family-friendly mythological comedy centers on eight ordinary mortals who must combine their wit and courage to outsmart formidable deities, earning the legendary status of the Eight Immortals.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 27 July 2026
While those are for the rich and famous (of which Mayrlife counts many as clientele, discreetly of course) even the rooms for us mere mortals are perfectly appointed.

— Jamie Timson, TheWeek, 24 July 2026

Definition of mortals

Noun

The service Casually buttoned-up and (like many other things at this property) classic New York, with concierge and servers always ready to lend a hand—but without fussing over anything.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Aug. 2026
Is this the same Panthea who hates anyone fake or putting things on?

— Brian Moylan, Vulture, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of things

Noun

Other evidence includes specimens found inside her home that do not belong to her or anyone close to her, though any updates on this DNA have not been shared publicly.

— Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 1 Aug. 2026
Biological specimens Liquid exceptions can be made in the name of science.

— Rachel Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026

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