Animalism

B2 16+

Pronunciation: /ˈænɪməˌlɪzəm/

Definitions of animalism

noun a doctrine that human beings are purely physical and not spiritual or immortal

Example Sentences

A1 Animalism is the belief that animals should have rights too.

A2 Children often show a natural animalism in their behavior, imitating the movements and sounds of animals.

B1 The novel explores themes of power and control through the concept of animalism, where the animals on the farm rebel against their human owner.

B2 The artist's work is heavily influenced by animalism, with many of her paintings depicting wild animals in their natural habitats.

C1 Some philosophers argue that human nature is inherently driven by animalism, with our instincts and desires shaping our behavior.

C2 The author's latest book delves into the complexities of animalism, examining the ethical implications of how humans interact with other species on the planet.

Examples of animalism in a Sentence

formal The philosopher explored the concept of animalism in his latest book.

informal I never really understood the idea of animalism until I took that biology class.

slang Some people just have a natural animalism about them, you know?

figurative The artist's painting exuded a sense of raw animalism that captivated viewers.

Grammatical Forms of animalism

past tense

animalized

plural

animalisms

comparative

more animalistic

superlative

most animalistic

present tense

animalizes

future tense

will animalize

perfect tense

has animalized

continuous tense

is animalizing

singular

animalism

positive degree

animalistic

infinitive

to animalize

gerund

animalizing

participle

animalized

Origin and Evolution of animalism

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'animalism' originated from the Latin word 'animalis' meaning 'having breath or soul'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in a philosophical context to describe the belief that animals have souls or consciousness, the term 'animalism' has evolved to also refer to a philosophical belief that emphasizes the importance of living in harmony with nature and the natural world.