Wild/waɪld/ Definition 1 of 6Pro Tip 1/3Nature versus Nurture Distinguishes wild as living naturally versus human-raised or influenced environments. Wild wolves avoid human areas, unlike dogs. Pro Tip 2/3Human-Free Living Implies animals or plants thrive without human intervention or care. The wild horses have never been ridden. Pro Tip 3/3Freedom Connotation Conveys a sense of freedom associated with living without restrictions. Eagles are symbols of the wild's freedom.