Savage
Definition
(adj) Fierce, violent, and uncontrolled in behavior or manner
Examples
“The journalist's savage critique of the film left the director feeling deeply insulted.”
“That savage wind cut through my coat.”
“He turned savage when the goalie joked about his sister.”
“By midnight, the crowd had gone savage outside the old pub on King Street.”
“Don't get savage with me over one missed call.”
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Other English words at this level include Vicarious, Altruism, Petulant, Voracity, and Infrastructure. Tap any word to see its definition, examples, and audio.
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