anthropogenic
Pertaining to the origin of manPertaining to the origin of man (anthropogeny).
» About 85% of the California coast experiences active erosion due to natural, and anthropogenic causes.
Meaning
2 senses(not comparable)Pertaining to the origin of man (anthropogeny).
1952 The cosmogonic and anthropogenic myths are of secondary importance in Yahwistic religiosity. (H. H. Gerth & D. A. Martindale (trans.), M. Weber's Ancient Judaism ix. 227)
(not comparable)Having its origin in the influence of human activity on nature.
anthropogenic climate change
Wastewater is any water that has been adversely affected in quality by anthropogenic influence.
anthropogen
антропоге́нныйantropogénnyj
антропоге́ннийantropohénnyj
- of or relating to the study of the origins and development of human beings
Examples
1 sentencesAbout 85% of the California coast experiences active erosion due to natural, and anthropogenic causes.
Translations
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Origin
From anthropo- + -genic. First use appears c. 1883.From anthropo- + -genic. First use appears c. 1883.
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Synonyms
3 synonyms- of or relating to the study of the origins and development of human beings:anthropogenetic