Animalistic Meaning in English
word
ˌæn.ə.məˈlɪs.tɪk
an-uh-muh-LIS-tik
ˌæn.ɪ.məˈlɪs.tɪk
an-ih-muh-LIS-tik
Definition
Describes something that is like an animal, especially behavior, emotions, or qualities that are wild, instinctive, or not controlled by reason.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used to describe strongly instinctive or wild behavior in people, often with a negative tone. Common in literary, journalistic, or psychological contexts. Not used for regular animals—refers to people acting 'like animals.' Often linked with lack of control or basic desires.
Spanish: animalístico - salvaje (comportamiento)Portuguese (BR): animalístico - selvagem (comportamento)Portuguese (PT): animalístico - selvagem (comportamento)Chinese (Simplified): 动物性的 - 像野兽的Chinese (Traditional): 動物性的 - 像野獸的Hindi: पशुवत - जानवर जैसा (व्यवहार)Arabic: حيواني - وحشي (سلوك)Bengali: পশুবৎ - পশুর মতোRussian: животный - звериныйJapanese: 動物的な - 野性的なVietnamese: hoang dã - như thú vậtKorean: 동물적인 - 야성적인Turkish: hayvani - vahşi (hayvan gibi)Urdu: حیوانی - وحشیانہIndonesian: hewaniah - naluriah seperti binatang
Example Sentences
The man shouted with animalistic anger.
basic
She danced with animalistic energy.
basic
He gave her an animalistic look.
basic
There was an animalistic need for food after the long hike.
natural
Her laughter had a wild, almost animalistic sound to it.
natural
He approached the fight with an animalistic intensity.
natural