1. relating to human beings or human existence
Usage: formal; often used in scientific or philosophical contexts
2. relating to the influence of human activity on the environment
Usage: scientific; environmental science

Examples

• The anthropic principle suggests that the universe’s properties allow for human observation.
• Scientists study anthropic effects on climate change.
• The anthropic impact on biodiversity has been significant.
• Researchers examined anthropic factors in ecosystem disruption.
• The anthropic perspective considers human influence on natural processes.
• Environmental studies focus on anthropic changes to landscapes.