Definitions

1. verb

to make or become savage, brutal, or ferocious

“The harsh environment began to savagize the group, leading them to abandon their campsite.”

2. verb

to make something seem or become more brutal or savage

“The media savagized the politician’s policies, portraying them as cruel and inhumane.”

3. noun

the act of making something savage or brutal

“The savagization of the city’s once peaceful streets was a cause for concern among residents.”