adj C2 Proficient Uncommon

anthropological

an-thruh-puh-LAHD-zhee-kuhl

Anthropological (adj) means relating to the study of human societies, cultures, and origins. Example: “The museum's anthropological exhibits trace how early humans migrated across continents.”

adj

Relating to the study of human societies, cultures, and origins.

"The museum's anthropological exhibits trace how early humans migrated across continents."

How to use anthropological

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishHaving to do with anthropology, the study of humankind.

Word forms

more anthropological comparative, most anthropological superlative

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Etymology

Formed from anthropology plus the adjective ending -ical.

Rhymes for anthropological

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Frequently asked questions

What does “anthropological” mean?

The word “anthropological” means relating to the study of human societies, cultures, and origins. In plain terms, having to do with anthropology, the study of humankind.

How do you pronounce “anthropological”?

“Anthropological” is pronounced an-thruh-puh-LAHD-zhee-kuhl (/æn.θɹə.pəˈlɑd͡ʒikəl/ in IPA).

How do you use “anthropological” in a sentence?

Here is “anthropological” used in a sentence: “The museum's anthropological exhibits trace how early humans migrated across continents.”

What part of speech is “anthropological”?

“Anthropological” is an adjective.

Is “anthropological” a common word?

“Anthropological” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C2 level.