Descriptive Anthropology (Noun)
Meaning
The branch of anthropology that provides scientific description of individual human societies.
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- Anthropologists use descriptive anthropology to document the daily lives and customs of indigenous cultures before they disappear.
- Descriptive anthropology is an essential part of research in isolated regions where western influences have not yet taken hold.
- An anthropologist who participated in a documentary on Amazonian tribes used descriptive anthropology to illustrate the ways in which the tribe negotiates the modern world.
- Researchers typically begin by employing descriptive anthropology to establish a foundation for their analysis of the societal structures in different regions.
- Through descriptive anthropology, researchers can gain a deeper understanding of various human experiences and explore concepts that cross cultural boundaries.