savage

Savage actions are very violent and cruel.

Example: The soldiers' savage attack caused fear among the people.

A savage wind, attack, animal, etc is very wild and uncontrolled.

Example: A savage wind knocked over the trees.

If you call a tribe or other group of people savage, you believe they lack civilization.

Example: The Christian church planned to bring civilization to the savage peoples of the Americas.

If you call a person a savage, you believe they lack civilization and are violent or animal-like.

Example: We were attacked in our homes as we slept by the savages.

If a person or animal savages someone, they attack them violently.

Example: The dog savaged the intruder, causing severe injuries.