Simianity
/ˌsɪmiˈænəti/noun
The state or quality of being simian, or resembling an ape.
Did you know?The underlying Latin word for “ape,” simia, has an uncertain origin, and ancient writers often treated apes as eerie near-humans rather than ordinary animals.
Etymological Timeline
Classical Latin
Latin
sīmia
“A female ape or monkey; the Latin source of English simian.”
Late Latin
Latin
sīmiānus
“Of or resembling an ape.”
17th Century
English
simian
“Of, like, or characteristic of an ape.”
19th Century
English
simianity
“The condition or quality of being simian.”
Modern English
English
simianity
“A rare noun referring to ape-like appearance, behavior, or character.”