Animal Behavior And Characteristics

adjective relating to or characteristic of animals, especially in being physical and instinctive

• The artist's painting captured the animalistic nature of the wild tiger.
• When he gets angry, his behavior becomes very animalistic.
• I was so hungry, I ate my burger in an animalistic way.
• Her dance performance was so intense and animalistic, it was mesmerizing to watch.

adjective describing someone or something as greedy or selfish, like a hog

• The CEO's hoggish behavior led to resentment among the employees.
• Don't be so hoggish with the snacks, leave some for others.
• She's always been a bit hoggish when it comes to sharing her stuff.
• The hoggish nature of the politician's policies left many citizens struggling to make ends meet.

noun a male donkey, or a foolish or stupid person

• The manager reprimanded the employee for behaving like a jackass during the meeting.
• I can't believe that jackass cut me off in traffic!
• That guy is such a jackass, always causing trouble.
• His stubbornness makes him come across as a real jackass sometimes.

noun a small carnivorous mammal with a long slender body and short legs, able to prey on animals larger than itself

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• The weasel is a small carnivorous mammal known for its slender body and quick movements.
• I saw a weasel dart across the road while I was driving home.
• That guy is such a weasel, always trying to get out of doing his fair share of work.
• Her smile was like a weasel's grin, sly and mischievous.