wild man

Thân thiện

A wild man lives alone in the forest.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A person who is not socialized: A "wild man" refers to an individual who lives outside of or rejects the norms, conventions, and structures of civilized society. This can imply a lack of social refinement, living in a primitive state, or exhibiting untamed, unrestrained behavior.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The hermit living in the mountains was considered a wild man by the townspeople.
  • In the story, the wild man of the woods emerged to warn the travelers.

Advanced Usage

• Historical/Literary Figure: Often used to describe a mythical or archetypal figure representing primal, uncivilized human nature.

  • The legend speaks of a wild man who possessed great strength but no knowledge of human language.

• Metaphorical Use: Can describe a person who behaves in an extremely uncontrolled, energetic, or unconventional manner in a modern context.

  • On stage, the guitarist transforms into a wild man, jumping and screaming.

Variants and Related Words

• Wild woman (n): The female equivalent.
• Wild (adj): Living in a state of nature; not tamed or domesticated.
• Feral (adj): (Especially of an animal) in a wild state, after escape from captivity or domestication. Often used metaphorically for people.

Synonyms

• Savage: A person regarded as primitive or uncivilized.
• Barbarian: A member of a community or tribe not belonging to one of the great civilizations (often used pejoratively).
• Recluse: A person who lives a solitary life and tends to avoid others.

Related Phrases

• To run wild: To behave in an uncontrolled way.
  • The children were allowed to run wild in the garden.

Related Idioms

• A voice in the wilderness: A person who expresses an unpopular opinion or idea.
  • He was a wild man in the boardroom, a lone voice in the wilderness arguing for change.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a person who is not socialized

Từ đồng nghĩa

• feral man