wild
UK: waɪld | US: waɪld
adj. 1. (of animals or plants) living or growing in natural conditions; not domesticated or cultivated
adj. 2. uncontrolled or unrestrained; chaotic
adj. 3. (of landscapes) uninhabited or uncultivated
n. 4. a natural or undomesticated state
The word "wild" traces back to Old English wilde, meaning "untamed" or "uncultivated," derived from Proto-Germanic wilthijaz. It shares roots with Old High German wildi and Old Norse villr, all conveying the idea of natural, unrestrained states. The core concept has remained remarkably consistent, reflecting humanity’s long-standing distinction between controlled (domesticated) and uncontrolled (wild) environments.
The wild deer roamed freely through the forest.
Her wild laughter echoed across the room.
They hiked through wild, mountainous terrain.
The garden was overgrown with wildflowers.
After years in captivity, the tiger struggled to adapt to the wild.