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\ ˈwī(-ə)ld-ˈīd 
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\Definition of wild-eyed
1 : having a wild expression in the eyes
2 : consisting of or favoring extreme or visionary ideas
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wild-eyed
adjectiveEnglish Language Learners Definition of wild-eyed
: having a wild expression in the eyes : looking dangerous or out of control
: very extreme or wild
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The first known use of wild-eyed was in 1791
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