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anthropomorphic

adjective · /ˌænθɹəpəˈmɔɹfɪk/ · Level 3 · Advanced

What does anthropomorphic mean?

anthropomorphic (adjective): having attributes or characteristics of a human being.

Definition: Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.

How do you pronounce anthropomorphic?

/ˌænθɹəpəˈmɔɹfɪk/ (IPA, American English). The app reads every word aloud.

Where does anthropomorphic come from?

From anthropo- + -morphic.

Etymology: Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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What does “anthropomorphic” mean?

devoid of any qualifications or disguise or adornment

Not quite: that's what stark means.

concerned with beauty, artistic effect, or appearance

Not quite: that's what aesthetic means.

opposed; contrary; opposing one's interests or desire

Not quite: that's what adverse means.

having attributes or characteristics of a human being

Right! That's what “anthropomorphic” means.

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