1. behaviors, characteristics, or instincts that are considered typical of animals rather than humans
Usage: plural form
2. the doctrine or belief that humans are essentially animals without spiritual or rational qualities
Usage: philosophical; plural form

Examples

• The philosopher criticized the animalisms present in modern society.
• His theory rejected animalisms in favor of human exceptionalism.
• The book explored various animalisms found in primitive cultures.
• She argued against the animalisms that reduce humans to mere biology.
• The debate centered on whether animalisms accurately describe human nature.
• Critics dismissed his work as promoting dangerous animalisms.