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Fauvism - quality - sensational - violent

Titles

The Wild Angels (1966) - Roger Corman The Wild One (1953) - László Benedek

Charing Cross Bridge in London (1906) - André Derain

Example of Fauvist painting, Fauvism is French for wild animal

Adjective

1. Untamed; not domesticated.

   The island of Chincoteague is famous for its wild horses.

2. Unrestrained or uninhibited.

   I was filled with wild rage when I discovered the infidelity, and punched a hole in the wall.

3. Raucous, unruly, or licentious.

   The fraternity was infamous for its wild parties, which frequently resulted in police involvement.

4. Visibly and overtly anxious; frantic.

   Her mother was wild with fear when she didn't return home after the party.

5. Disheveled, tangled, or untidy.

   After a week on the trail without a mirror, my hair was wild and dirty.

6. Enthusiastic.

   I'm not wild about the idea of a two day car trip with my nephews, but it's my only option.

7. Inaccurate.

   The novice archer fired a wild shot and hit her opponent's target.

[1] [Apr 2007]