Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hominize
verb
/ˈhɒmɪnaɪz/
Definition
To make human or to develop human characteristics.
Examples
- Scientists are working to hominize certain species to better understand human evolution.
- The book explores how early beings began to hominize, adopting more complex social behaviors.
Meaning
The process through which something is transformed or developed to possess qualities or attributes typical of human beings.
Synonyms
- Humanize
- Anthropomorphize
- Develop
