animatism
/ˈanɪməˌtɪz(ə)m/noun
The attribution of qualities of the soul or mind, such as personality and will, to inanimate objects.
Origin
Late 19th century; earliest use found in Journal of the Royal Anthropological Institute. From animate + -ism.
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