Definition

Something that cannot be controlled or trained; wild and free.

Example

The untamable spirit of the horse made it difficult to ride.

Conversation

I just finished reading a book about a horse that was completely untamable.

That sounds interesting! What made it so difficult to train?

It had a wild spirit and wouldn't listen to anyone at all.

I guess some animals just have that untamable nature.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Untamable → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "tamable" (from Latin "tamabilis", meaning able to be tamed). The word "untamable" means not able to be tamed or controlled.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'not' ('un-') 'able to be tamed' — that's why untamable describes something wild and uncontrollable.

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