Relating to human beings and their existence on earth (adjective)

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Looking for the answer to the USA Today Rootonym clue “Relating to human beings and their existence on earth (adjective)”? The solution is ANTHROPIC, a 9-letter word built on the root ANTHROP (“man”). It appeared in the October 31, 2026 (Saturday) USA Today Rootonym. See the full puzzle for that day's other words.

Answer

ANTHROPIC

ANTHROP**ANTHROPmeans “man”

In a sentence

Cyclical weather patterns and their ANTHROPIC impacts led Ben to believe the scientist's conclusions.

About this clue

The Rootonym clue “Relating to human beings and their existence on earth (adjective)” has the answer ANTHROPIC (9 letters), built on the root ANTHROP, which means “man”. Browse the full October 31, 2026 Rootonym puzzle for the other three words, or see all Rootonym answers.

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