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savage

The word “savage” has 2 syllables: sav-age

It's pronounced as /ˈsæv.ɪdʒ/

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In the thesaurus, “savage” has 256 synonyms and 76 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for savage along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for savage

Antonyms for savage

Meanings of savage

  • noun
    1. An uncivilized or feral human; a barbarian.
    2. A defiant person.
  • verb
    1. To attack or assault someone or something ferociously or without restraint.
    2. To criticise vehemently.
    3. (of an animal) To attack with the teeth.
    4. To make savage.
  • adjective
    1. Wild; not cultivated.
    2. Barbaric; not civilized.
    3. Fierce and ferocious.
    4. Brutal, vicious or merciless.
    5. Unpleasant or unfair.
    6. Great, brilliant, amazing.
    7. Nude; naked.

Example Sentences

  • The storm caused savage destruction across the coastline.
  • His savage remarks hurt everyone's feelings.
  • The lion launched a savage attack on its prey.
  • She responded with a savage wit that left everyone speechless.
  • The warriors fought with savage intensity to defend their land.

On this page you'll find 332 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to savage, such as: abuse, acclaim, affront, amiable, amicable, angel, argumentative.

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