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Meaning of apelike
Resembling an ape in appearance or behavior
Etymology of apelike
The word "apelike" has its roots in the Old English word "apa", meaning "ape", and the suffix "-like", which is used to form adjectives that indicate a resemblance to something
The term has been used in English since the 16th century to describe something or someone that resembles an ape in appearance or behavior
Synonyms
simian
anthropoid
gorillalike
monkeylike
primatelike
brutish
savage
barbarous
uncivilized
feral
wild
untamed
unrefined
coarse
crude
rough
primitive
bestial
beastly
ferine
lupine
vulpine
ursine
canine
leonine
ferocious
violent
aggressive
intimidating
menacing
threatening
frightening
terrifying
fearsome
dreadful
Definitions
- Resembling an ape, especially in being uncivilized or brutish
- * Having characteristics similar to those of an ape, such as a stocky build or coarse features
Usage Examples
- The apelike creature in the movie was a combination of human and animal features
- * His apelike behavior was disturbing, as he seemed to lack any civilized instincts
- * The apelike posture of the ancient human ancestors is evident in their fossilized remains