UNDOMESTICATED Synonyms: 34 Similar and Opposite Words

undomesticated

adjective

ən-də-ˈme-sti-ˌkā-təd

Definition of undomesticated

as in feral

living outdoors without taming or domestication by humans domesticated rats are more tolerable companions than are their undomesticated cousins

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Recent Examples of undomesticated Fowler was the one left to wrestle undomesticated animals while Perkins looked on from a safe distance. — Edward M. Eveld, Kansas City Star, 25 Jan. 2024 The dogs that do survive outdoors in Redland later reproduce, which means scores of loose, untrained, undomesticated dogs. — Amanda Rosa, Miami Herald, 8 Sep. 2025 California has outlawed the sale of new items made from the fur of undomesticated animals, including mink, rabbit and coyote. — Los Angeles Times, 30 Dec. 2022 According to the team, the study could contribute to shifting welfare standards for all species of cats, whether they are domesticated or undomesticated, tame or wild. — Sam Walters, Discover Magazine, 15 Feb. 2024 Listen to this article Police are investigating after more than 70 animals — many of them undomesticated — were found dead at a home in Old Saybrook. — Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 30 Jan. 2025

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The adult animation follows the trials and tribulations of a group of feral British cats from all walks of society, who seek companionship while ruminating on everyday life.

— Rick Ellis, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026
Almost immediately, her half-feral dragon attacks Moondancer.

— Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 22 June 2026

Definition of feral

Adjective

The Shawano-Menominee Counties Health Department advised anyone bitten or scratched by a bat or other wild animal to promptly clean the wound with soap and water, then contact a physician or go to the emergency room.

— Kelli Arseneau, USA Today, 1 July 2026
And, speaking of wild, each team had a Max Muncy playing third base and batting seventh.

— Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026

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