English

Adjective

anthropogenic ‎(not comparable)

1. pertaining to the origin of man, or anthropogeny
   • 1952 The cosmogonic and anthropogenic myths are of secondary importance in Yahwistic religiosity. (H. H. Gerth & D. A. Martindale (trans.), M. Weber's Ancient Judaism ix. 227)
2. having its origin in the influence of human activity on nature.
   • Wastewater is any water that has been adversely affected in quality by anthropogenic influence.

Synonyms

• anthropogenous

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