Pronunciation: /ˈsævɪdʒ/

Definitions of savage

noun a brutal or cruel person

Example Sentences

A1 The savage chased after the rabbit in the forest.

A2 The savage tribesmen lived in huts made of straw and mud.

B1 The archaeologists discovered ancient tools used by the savages in the excavation site.

B2 The novel depicted the clash between civilization and savage culture.

C1 The philosopher argued that human nature is inherently savage.

C2 The artist's painting captured the raw beauty of the savage wilderness.

adjective fierce, violent, and uncontrolled

Example Sentences

A1 The savage tiger roared in the jungle.

A2 The villagers were afraid of the savage storm approaching.

B1 The savage dog was growling at anyone who came near.

B2 The explorer encountered savage tribes during his journey.

C1 The savage battle between the two armies lasted for days.

C2 The novel depicted the savage nature of humanity in a post-apocalyptic world.

Examples of savage in a Sentence

formal The savage tribes in the region were known for their fierce warrior culture.

informal That movie was so savage, I couldn't believe how intense it was.

slang Did you see that savage dunk during the game last night?

figurative Her words were like a savage attack on his character.

Grammatical Forms of savage

past tense

savaged

plural

savages

comparative

more savage

superlative

most savage

present tense

savage

future tense

will savage

perfect tense

have savaged

continuous tense

is savaging

singular

savage

positive degree

savage

infinitive

savage

gerund

savouring

participle

savaging

Origin and Evolution of savage

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'savage' originated from the Latin word 'silvaticus', meaning 'wild' or 'of the woods'. It was later adapted into Old French as 'sauvage'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'savage' evolved to encompass a broader meaning of uncivilized or barbaric behavior, often associated with violence or cruelty.