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savagely
01
with physical aggression likely to cause serious harm
Examples
The intruder was savagely beaten by the mob.
Wolves savagely tore into the carcass.
02
in a way that harshly and aggressively criticizes someone or something
Examples
She savagely denounced the proposal as dangerous and misguided.
The film was savagely reviewed by critics.
03
in a manner that expresses strong anger or intensity of feeling
Examples
" Do n't touch me! " she shouted savagely.
He savagely threw the chair across the room.
04
to a very great, extreme, or intense degree
Examples
Prices have been savagely reduced during the clearance sale.
The region was savagely hit by drought.
