What is another word for Anthropopathism?
Pronunciation: [ˈanθɹəpˌɒpe͡ɪðˌɪzəm] (IPA) 
Anthropomorphism is a popular term within many fields of study, including literature, film and psychology - but there are also several synonyms for this term. Anthropopathism is a term often used in religion to describe the attribution of human emotions to God or other deities. This term is particularly common in Christian theology, but can also be applied to other religions. Other synonyms for anthropomorphism include personification, humanization, and attribute transference. These terms all describe the process of attributing human qualities to non-human beings or objects, or of interpreting non-human behaviors in terms of human experience. While anthropomorphism can be a useful literary device, it can also be problematic if taken too far, or used to justify harmful stereotypes.
