A2adjective1K

UK/["/waɪld/"]/US/["/waɪld/"]/

Meaning of Wild

In simple words: Living or growing in nature; not controlled or tamed.

Wild in a sentence

  • The wild animals in the jungle were fascinating to watch.
  • She has a wild imagination that creates amazing stories.
  • The festival had a wild atmosphere with music and dancing.
  • We went on a wild adventure through the mountains last summer.
  • His hair always looks wild when he gets out of bed in the morning.

How to use Wild

Use 'wild' to describe animals or plants that are not domesticated. It can also describe behaviors that are uncontrolled or exciting. Avoid in formal writing when a more specific term is available.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of a 'wild' animal running freely in the jungle, representing nature at its most untamed.

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Collocations with Wild

Synonyms for Wild

  • stormy

Opposites of Wild

Common mistakes with Wild

  • Confused with 'mild' when describing temperature.
  • Used to describe something as disorganized instead of 'chaotic'.
  • Misused in a formal context where a more precise term is needed.

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Frequently asked questions about Wild

What does Wild mean?

Living or growing in nature; not controlled or tamed.

What is the definition of Wild?

living or growing in natural conditions; not kept in a house or on a farm

How do you use Wild in a sentence?

The wild animals in the jungle were fascinating to watch.

Can you give another example of Wild?

She has a wild imagination that creates amazing stories.

What are synonyms for Wild?

Common alternatives include stormy.

What is the opposite of Wild?

Opposite meanings include tame, domestic, controlled.

What words go with Wild?

It commonly pairs with be, grow, live, truly, be, grow, live, truly, be, look, go, extremely, fairly, very, with, let your imagination run wild, be, look, go, extremely, fairly, very, with, let your imagination run wild.

What are common mistakes when using Wild?

Confused with 'mild' when describing temperature. Used to describe something as disorganized instead of 'chaotic'. Misused in a formal context where a more precise term is needed.

How do you pronounce Wild?

US: /["/waɪld/"]/, UK: /["/waɪld/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Wild?

Use 'wild' to describe animals or plants that are not domesticated. It can also describe behaviors that are uncontrolled or exciting. Avoid in formal writing when a more specific term is available.

What CEFR level is Wild?

"Wild" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.