semiferal

/sɛmɪˈfɛrəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

Partial or intermediate in the quality of being feral, or having a tendency to revert to a wild state.

“The semiferal creatures roamed the outskirts of the village.”

2. noun

A being that is partially or intermediate in the quality of being feral.

“The zoologist studied the semiferal animals in their natural habitat.”

Synonyms

  • feral
  • half-wild
  • semi-wild

Antonyms

  • domestic
  • tame