SAVAGE
/ˈsævɪdʒ/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb, adjective
Definition of SAVAGE
An uncivilized or feral human; a barbarian.
A defiant person.
To attack or assault someone or something ferociously or without restraint.
"No matter how anyone might savage me, I should stay strong."
To criticise vehemently.
"His latest film was savaged by most reviewers."
(of an animal) To attack with the teeth.
Wild; not cultivated.
"a savage wilderness"
Barbaric; not civilized.
"savage manners"
Fierce and ferocious.
"a savage spirit"
Examples of SAVAGE in a Sentence
- "No matter how anyone might savage me, I should stay strong."
- "His latest film was savaged by most reviewers."
- "a savage wilderness"
- "savage manners"
Word Details
Is SAVAGE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SAVAGE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: SAVAGE uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for SAVAGE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | a | v | a | g | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 10 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 12 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SAVAGE
43 words from the letters in SAVAGE
6-letter words
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use SAVAGE in Word Games
SAVAGE is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, SAVAGE is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble SAVAGE to find 43 additional valid words.