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anthropomorphize

verbtechnicalrare/ɐ̃tɾupumuɾfiˈzaɾ/an·tro·po·mor·fi·zar

Definition

1

To attribute human characteristics or form to (a non-human being).

Usage examples

It is common to anthropomorphize pets, giving them human emotions.
Some philosophers warn against anthropomorphizing artificial intelligence.

Synonyms

Common combinations

to anthropomorphize animalsto anthropomorphize gods