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Simian

usgb/ˈsɪmiən/Volume
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Visual ConnotationPlay
Simian often evokes a visual image of monkey-like characteristics in appearance or behavior. SlideHis simian walk amused the children at the party.
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Not Always PejorativePlay
'Simian' might imply likeness to apes without negative judgment, depending on context. SlideHer study focused on the simian qualities beneficial to human evolution.
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Often ScientificPlay
The adjective 'simian' is commonly found in scientific or academic contexts to describe species. SlideThe fossil shows simian traits not previously recorded.