Meaning of the word wilderness in English
What does wilderness mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
wilderness
US /ˈwɪl.dɚ.nəs/
UK /ˈwɪl.də.nəs/
Noun
1.
a large area of land that has never been developed or cultivated by humans
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The explorers ventured deep into the Amazon wilderness.
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We spent a week hiking through the remote mountain wilderness.
2.
a situation or period of neglect or abandonment
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After losing the election, the party found itself in the political wilderness.
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His career went into the wilderness after the scandal.