noun
- plural of animality; the quality or state of being animal; animal nature or instincts as opposed to rational or spiritual nature
Usage: formal; often used in philosophical or literary contexts
Examples
- The philosopher argued that civilization requires us to transcend our animalities.
- In the novel, the character struggles between his animalities and his moral convictions.
- The painting depicts the tension between human reason and raw animalities.
- Some religious traditions view the suppression of animalities as essential to spiritual growth.
- The poet explored the animalities lurking beneath polite society.