Lupine
/ˈluːpaɪn/
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Animal Comparison
Use 'lupine' when comparing something to a wolf's characteristics, suggesting wildness or fierceness.
He had a lupine instinct for sensing danger.
Pro Tip 2/3Visual Imagery
'Lupine' creates a strong visual image of wolf-like features, often used to describe a person's appearance.
The actor was chosen for his striking lupine eyes.
Pro Tip 3/3Metaphoric Use
Metaphorically, 'lupine' can imply someone being predatory or having an aggressive demeanor.
She approached the negotiations with a lupine aggression.
Compare with
AggressiveFeralFerociousFiercePredatorySavageTameWild
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