wolflike

• Wie ein Wolf wirkend oder für einen Wolf typisch, besonders in Bezug auf Aussehen, Verhalten oder Wesen; auch raubtierhaft oder wild.

Resembling or characteristic of a wolf, especially in appearance, behavior, or temperament.

1. Resembling a wolfB2formal

   Having the appearance, traits, or characteristics of a wolf.

   Wolfähnlich

   • The dog had a wolflike face and sharp ears.
   • His wolflike features made him look fierce and wild.
   • The creature moved with a wolflike grace through the forest.

   Synonymewolfish

2. Fierce or predatoryB2formal

   Displaying behaviors or qualities associated with a wolf, such as aggression, cunning, or a predatory nature.

   wolfsartig

   • He had a wolflike hunger for success, never satisfied with less.
   • Her wolflike stare made everyone in the room uncomfortable.
   • The general's wolflike tactics ensured victory on the battlefield.

   Synonymeferociouspredatoryrapacioussavagewolfish

   Antonymedocilegentlemeekmildtame