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SAVAGE definition: 1. extremely violent, wild, or frightening: 2. very serious or cruel: 3. very large and severe: . Learn more.
What does the word savage mean? There are 24 meanings listed in OED's entry for the word savage, seven of which are labelled obsolete, and two of which are considered offensive. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. savage has developed meanings and uses in subjects including.
1. adjective. Someone or something that is savage is extremely cruel, violent, and uncontrolled. This was a savage attack on a defenceless young girl. ...the savage wave of violence that swept the country in November 1987. ...a savage dog lunging at the end of a chain. Synonyms: cruel, brutal, vicious, bloody More Synonyms of savage.
to severely criticize someone or something: [ often passive ] Her performance was savaged by the critics. savage. noun [ C ] old-fashioned uk / ˈsævɪdʒ / us. an offensive word for a person from a country at an early stage of development. (Definition of savage from the Cambridge Learner's Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)
(of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering. “a savage slap” synonyms: barbarous, brutal, cruel, fell, roughshod, vicious. inhumane. reflecting lack of pity or compassion. adjective. marked by extreme and violent energy. synonyms: ferocious, fierce, furious. violent.
Definition of savage adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
savage meaning, definition, what is savage: very violent or cruel: Learn more.
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