Synonyms for Savagery & Similar Words

Definition of savagery

noun
  1. the property of being untamed and ferocious; "the coastline is littered with testaments to the savageness of the waters"; "a craving for barbaric splendor, for savagery and color and the throb of drums"
  2. the trait of extreme cruelty
  3. a brutal barbarous savage act

6 synonyms found

Writing tips for "savagery"

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"Savagery" in song lyrics

See how savagery is used in real songs:

  • "Mark the blasphemy elements of elogance and savagery"
    Aesop Rock — Dryspell
  • "Let's crack the safe for the sake of the savagery"
    DJ Muggs & Planet Asia f/ Cynic, Killah Priest, Scratch — Black Angels
  • "Violent winds at 300 mph, sacred savagery"
    Ganksta NIP — Psychic Thoughts

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