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Meaning of gorillalike
Resembling a gorilla in appearance or behavior
Etymology of gorillalike
The word "gorillalike" is derived from the name of the animal "gorilla", which was first used in the 19th century to describe a large, powerful primate native to Africa
The suffix "-like" is added to form an adjective that means resembling or similar to something
Synonyms
apelike
simian
beastly
brutish
savage
feral
wild
ferocious
intimidating
menacing
formidable
powerful
sturdy
robust
muscular
brawny
hefty
hulking
lumbering
clumsy
awkward
ungainly
uncoordinated
primitive
uncivilized
barbaric
barbarous
brutal
vicious
violent
rough
coarse
crude
rugged
burly
thickset
stocky
chunky
meaty
hunky
imposing
intimidating
fearsome
formidable
awesome
Definitions
- Resembling a gorilla, especially in being strong and bulky
- * Having a rugged or intimidating appearance
Usage Examples
- The gorillalike creature in the movie was terrifying
- * He had a gorillalike physique, with broad shoulders and a thick neck
- * The gorillalike behavior of the football player on the field was intimidating to the opposing team