pithecomorphism

Etymology

From pitheco- + -morphism.

noun

  1. The state or quality of having the form of an ape; resemblance to apes.“Some are dissatisfied, call it anthropomorphism, when we venture to compare man with God. After all, men are not apes or ape-like, pithecomorphism is but an insensate dream. Without or doubt or question, man, I affirm, assert, and declare, is not an ape or ape-like.”