Anthropomorphizing

Pronunciation: /ˈeɪˈɛnθˈɹoʊˈpoʊˈmɔɹˈfaɪˈzi/

Anthropomorphizing (verb)

  1. To describe an animal, object, or idea as if it had human feelings, thoughts, or actions.
  2. To explain or understand something by assuming it works like a person, especially when evidence is limited.

Examples

  • People anthropomorphize the robot by giving it a friendly voice.
  • The story anthropomorphizes the storm, making it seem angry.