Definition

Relating to or characteristic of a living being, especially a non-human animal.

Example

The creaturely instincts of the dog were evident as it chased after the ball.

Conversation

Have you ever noticed how some animals have such creaturely instincts?

Yeah, it's fascinating how they can sense danger before we even notice.

Right? It makes me wonder how much of that is instinct versus learned behavior.

Totally! It's like they have an innate creaturely wisdom about the world.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Creaturely → It is formed from "creature" (from Latin "creatura", meaning something created) and "-ly" (a suffix meaning in the manner of). The word "creaturely" refers to something that is characteristic of or pertaining to creatures or living beings.

Memory Tip

Think of 'creature' as something that is 'created' and the '-ly' meaning 'in the manner of' — so 'creaturely' describes something that is in the manner of living beings.

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