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wilder

 

[ หˆwildษ™r ]

Adjective / Verb
Context #1 | Adjective

degree of intensity

Wilder refers to something that is more wild or savage than another. It can describe a state of being that is untamed, unrestrained, or uncontrolled, often associated with nature or behavior. The term can also imply a sense of unpredictability or danger. When something is described as wilder, it often suggests an increase in intensity or extremity compared to something that is less wild.

Synonyms

more feral, more savage, more untamed

Examples of usage

  • The storm became wilder as night fell.
  • His wilder ideas caught everyone's attention.
  • The wilder terrain challenged the hikers.
Context #2 | Verb

action of wilding

To wilder means to make something wild or to cause it to become untamed. This can refer to natural processes where landscapes or animals are returned to a more natural, undomesticated state. It can also pertain to the figurative sense of letting go of constraints or social norms, resulting in more free-spirited behavior.

Synonyms

feralize, free, untame

Examples of usage

  • We decided to wilder the garden by letting native plants take over.
  • They wanted to wilder their creative processes.
  • The project aimed to wilder the landscape for environmental benefit.

Translations

Translations of the word "wilder" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น selvagem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคœเค‚เค—เคฒเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช wild

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ liar

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะธะบั–

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ dziki

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้‡Ž็”Ÿใฎ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sauvage

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ salvaje

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท vahลŸi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์•ผ์ƒ์˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุฑูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ divokรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ divokรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้‡Ž็”Ÿ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ divji

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ villur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะฐะฑะฐะนั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ•แƒ”แƒšแƒฃแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vษ™hลŸi

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ salvaje

Etymology

The word 'wilder' derives from the Old English term 'wildor,' which meant 'wild' or 'savage.' This term has its roots in the Proto-Germanic word '*wildaz,' signifying a state of being untamed or uncontrolled. Over the centuries, the meaning of 'wilder' evolved to encompass a comparative form of 'wild,' adapting to various contexts including nature, behavior, and emotions. The use of 'wilder' as an adjective suggesting a greater degree of untamed quality became popularized in literature and conversation. Its usage highlights contrasts within various environments, particularly in discussions about natural landscapes, human emotions, and artistic expressions. Through its evolution, 'wilder' has maintained a close connection with themes of freedom and the primal aspects of life.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,722, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.