Physical Anthropology Vocabulary

noun a social science that involves the analysis of human behavior and society

• Anthropology is the study of human societies and cultures.
• I find anthropology fascinating because it helps us understand different cultures.
• Anthropology is like studying humans but on a whole other level.
• In the anthropology of social media, we analyze the behavior of online communities.

adjective having a slender or delicate build; gracefully slender

• The gracile figure of the ballerina captivated the audience with her delicate movements.
• She has a gracile frame that makes her look effortlessly elegant.
• Her gracile build gives her a really chill vibe.
• The gracile branches of the willow tree swayed gently in the breeze.

noun the state or condition of having two feet or of being two-footed

• Bipedality is a key characteristic that distinguishes humans from other primates.
• Walking on two legs, or bipedality, is what sets us apart from other animals.
• Who knew bipedality could be so cool?
• In the dance world, mastering bipedality is essential for any aspiring performer.