wild man

noun

1. a person who is uncivilized; a savage.
2. a person of violent temper, erratic behavior, etc.
3. a person of extreme or outrageous political opinions.

wild man

noun

1. a savage
2. an extremist in politics

Word History and Origins

Origin of wild man¹

Middle English word dating back to 1250–1300

Example Sentences

The elegantly dressed young lady holds an inscription stating that she is the daughter of Don Pietro, a “wild man” from the Canary Islands who lived in the court of the Duke of Parma.

From New York Times

She also spares her a terrible fate at the hands of a wild man in the woods, a long-lost survivor of a Jesuit expedition gone feral.

From Los Angeles Times

“This is a guy — he’s a wild man. I call him deranged,” said Mr. Trump.

From Washington Times

D H P in the place to be, you live forever in our hearts, you wild man, you bringer of joy, you giant hearted man.”

From Los Angeles Times

In a country song tailored to Lewis’s wild man reputation, he sings about a faithful, temperate life.

From New York Times