|
Not civilized, typically with implications of a savage or violent nature
“It is intriguing to think of how Man has developed to this day from its once wild origins.”
(of animals) Wild and feral, without taming or domestication
“David has been documenting the behavior of wild animals in their natural habitat for decades.”
(especially of plants) Uninhabited or cultivated
“Wild flowers and plants dot the barren landscape.”
Showing an urgent desire or interest
“The kids were wild with excitement at the prospect of watching a movie featuring T'Challa and his exploits in Wakanda.”
Characterized, or marked, by much busy (or stressful) activity
“Eliza was tired after a rather wild day at work.”
Not based on sound reasoning or probability
“Jessie made the wild decision to pay two men to attack him as a publicity stunt.”
Having a curious, strange or eccentric nature
“He presented a wild theory about how the French can gorge on fatty foods yet maintain a low incidence of coronary heart disease.”
Having, or characterized by, great anger or rage
“Your mother is going to be wild when she finds out you're playing video games instead of doing your homework.”
Marked by turmoil or disturbance, especially of natural elements
“We are expecting wild weather in the west as major storms pour down on already saturated areas.”
Lacking discipline or restraint
“When a star known for being wild reveals she is going to be a mom, the world usually trembles with fear.”
Barren and devoid of inhabitants
“Beneath the haunting image is a rugged and wild landscape that remains my source of inspiration.”
Teeming with plant or natural life
“Explorers are keen to discover new lifeforms within the wild forest.”
Having an untidy appearance
“Yoko talked incessantly during the interview, small and fierce under her wild black hair.”
Arbitrary in nature
“He remains stony-faced, but I will hazard a wild guess that he is unhappy with the situation.”
(wild about) Having feelings of passion for (someone or something)
“I would come on to some guy, just for a laugh, pretending I was wild about him.”
Disorderly and disruptive and not amenable to discipline or control
Resistant to control or authority
Characterized by, or showing, great feeling or passion
Lacking moderation or control in one's behavior or habits
Not able, or impractical, to be implemented
Not having a sound state of mind
Showing a willingness to take surprisingly bold risks
Not restrained or held in check
Marvelous, inspiring wonder or amazement
Feeling or expressing overwhelming happiness or joyful excitement
Inclined to waste or squander money or resources
Erratic or out of control in behavior or state
Cheerful and lively in nature or atmosphere
Causing or creating excitement
Having or characterized by libidinously loose morals
Relating to lands or territory previously unsettled
Impossible to predict, happening by chance
Final, as a last resort
(typically of children) Irritable and quarrelsome
Lacking a coherent or logical sequence or connection
Having the smell, taste, and texture of game meat (which is typically slightly decomposed)
Failing to give the proper care and attention that is required
Of, or relating to physical, needs or desires
(of an area of land) Unsuitable for, or inconducive to, growing crops or vegetation
Wrong or incorrect
Free from outside control or authority
(of a landscape) Desolate and barren
Of, or like, an animal or animals
Affecting the mind so as to produce hallucinations
Flashy or garish in appearance
Remote from the coast or frontier
Deliberately exaggerated and theatrical in style
Resembling a weed or some aspect of one
Showing or characterized by great energy and movement
Not having been trained in a particular skill
Lacking initiative or ambition
Isolated, especially from civilization or society
Rich and profuse in growth
(of a garden) Overrun with weeds due to lack of care or attention
Innate or instinctive to a person or thing
Using or expending without restraint
In a mad, wild, or uncontrolled manner
“Early-morning bargain hunters ran wild through the store as soon as the doors opened.”
In a wild or fierce manner
(the wild) An uncultivated and uninhabited area or region
“The primal instincts of animals are on full display in the wild.”
A barren region with no remaining resources
Nature, especially in the open air or countryside
Related Words and Phrases
|
