wild man
Americannoun
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a person who is uncivilized; a savage.
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a person of violent temper, erratic behavior, etc.
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a person of extreme or outrageous political opinions.
noun
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a savage
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an extremist in politics
Etymology
Origin of wild man
Middle English word dating back to 1250–1300
Example Sentences
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Initially introduced as a gruff wild man without much regard for the law, Davenport eventually settled into a loyal, fun-loving “honorary Duke” beloved by fans.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 11, 2026
“He’s a wild man out there,” Lea said of Pavia last month.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2025
She also linked it with various other figures from English folklore, like the woodwose, a wild man covered in fur.
From Slate ● Apr. 8, 2023
In a country song tailored to Lewis’s wild man reputation, he sings about a faithful, temperate life.
From New York Times ● Oct. 28, 2022
Did I look like a wild man or something?
From "Slam!" by Walter Dean Myers
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