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Synonyms of simian

9 similar words

Another word for simian is apish. Other synonyms of simian are anthropoid, ape, monkey, primate and apely.

Synonyms and similar words for simian

nounAn ape or monkey, especially an anthropoid (infraorder Simiiformes).

anthropoidAn anthropoid animal.
ape
monkeyAny simian, including humans.
primate

adjectiveMore synonyms

apelyOf, relating to, or characteristic of apes; simian.
apishResembling or characteristic of an ape.
monkeyishResembling or characteristic of a monkey.
simialSimian; apelike.
simiousSimian; resembling a monkey.

Meaning of simian

adjective Of or pertaining to apes and monkeys.
adjective Bearing resemblance to an ape or monkey; apelike or monkeylike.
noun An ape or monkey, especially an anthropoid (infraorder Simiiformes).

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Questions about synonyms of simian

What is another word for simian?: Simian has 9 synonyms on Word.ws, such as apish, anthropoid, ape, monkey, primate, apely, monkeyish and simial.
What does simian mean?: Simian means of or pertaining to apes and monkeys.

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Last updated: 2026-09-02

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