Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

wolfishness

Noun
/ˈwʊlfɪʃnəs/
Definition
The quality of being wolfish; a fierce, predatory nature.
Examples
  • Her wolfishness became apparent when she quickly took the lead in the competition.
  • The predator’s wolfishness struck fear into the hearts of the smaller animals in the forest.
Meaning
A characteristic that describes someone or something as being like a wolf, often implying fierceness or a craving for dominance or control.
Synonyms
  • Ferocity
  • Predation
  • Savageness