untamed

adjective

un·​tamed ˌən-ˈtāmd 

: not made less wild or less difficult to control : not tamed

untamed animals

the untamed wilderness

untamed hair

Synonyms of untamed

• wild
• uninhabited
• undeveloped
• uncultivated
• natural
• native

Examples of untamed in a Sentence

a dangerous and untamed land

tried to capture the untamed horse

Recent Examples on the Web

Few places exemplify the raw, untamed beauty of Ireland’s west coast as this natural wonder, a dramatic stretch of coastline that's equal parts historic site, geological marvel, conservation area, and unbeatable photo backdrop. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Mar. 2026

For decades, road-trippers zoomed right past Wimberley, Texas—with its scenic vistas, untamed terrain, lazy tubing rivers, blooming wildflower fields, and tiny but tight-knit community. —Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 13 Mar. 2026

Its time as a surreal wreck floating in the heart of untamed nature came to an end. —Noelann Bourgade, Architectural Digest, 9 Mar. 2026

In an era of comfort, ease, and predictability, there is something deeply satisfying about braving the elements and earning your turns in untamed wilderness. —Jen Murphy, Robb Report, 8 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for untamed

• counterclaimed
• unashamed
• abovenamed
• acclaimed
• ashamed
• declaimed
• defamed
• disclaimed
• exclaimed
• inflamed
• misnamed
• nicknamed