Synonyms of wolf

Antonyms of wolf

Collocations of wolf

wolf pack
Frequency: 80 %

The wolf pack hunted together to bring down a large elk.

lone wolf
Frequency: 70 %

He always preferred to work alone, like a lone wolf.

howling wolf
Frequency: 60 %

The howling wolf could be heard echoing through the forest at night.

gray wolf
Frequency: 50 %

The gray wolf blended in perfectly with the rocky terrain.

ferocious wolf
Frequency: 45 %

The ferocious wolf bared its teeth, ready to defend its territory.

Idiomatic Expressions for wolf

  • Phrase: throw someone to the wolves
    Meaning: to abandon or sacrifice someone to a difficult or dangerous situation
    Usage: The manager decided to throw his assistant to the wolves rather than take responsibility for the mistake.