Word
wildlife
US/ˈwaɪɫdˌɫaɪf/
UK/wˈaɪldlaɪf/
Definitions
01animals in nature
B1 · Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. animals, birds, and insects that live in the wild and are not pets or farm animals.
n. undomesticated animals, especially mammals, birds, and fish, considered as a group in their natural environment. Uncountable in general usage.
“The local park is a great place to see wildlife like squirrels and birds.”
“The documentary highlights the devastating impact of plastic pollution on marine wildlife in the Pacific Ocean.”
Pitfall
I saw many wildlifes in the forest.
I saw a lot of wildlife in the forest.
Wildlife is an uncountable noun and does not have a plural form with 's'.
02all wild organisms
C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Science Technical · Academic
n. all living things in nature, including plants and tiny organisms, not just animals.
n. the total population of undomesticated organisms within a specific ecosystem, including flora, fauna, and fungi.
“The scientists studied the desert wildlife to see how plants and animals survive the heat.”
“Conservation efforts must address the entire spectrum of wildlife, from microscopic soil organisms to the apex predators that maintain ecological balance.”
Usage
In technical or scientific contexts, this sense encompasses both flora and fauna.
Synonyms
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “wildlife” in context.
Verb
01. observe wildlife
“We spent the morning observing wildlife in their natural habitat.”
verb + noun
02. protect wildlife
“The new laws were designed to protect wildlife from the effects of pollution.”
verb + noun
03. threaten wildlife
“Rising sea levels and habitat loss continue to threaten wildlife across the globe.”
verb + noun
Adjective
04. abundant wildlife
“The region is famous for its abundant wildlife and pristine forests.”
adj + noun
05. native wildlife
“The park is home to a diverse range of native wildlife, including several rare bird species.”
adj + noun
Noun
06. diversity of wildlife
“The tropical rainforest supports an incredible diversity of wildlife.”
noun + of + noun
07. wildlife conservation
“She decided to pursue a career in wildlife conservation to help save endangered species.”
noun + noun
08. wildlife sanctuary
“The island was declared a wildlife sanctuary to prevent any further development.”
noun + noun
Real-World Examples
“Orangutans rescued from wildlife traffickers face a new threat from the record number of fires that have broken out in Indonesia in recent weeks.” “India's Wildlife Crime Control Bureau (WCCB), a federal agency that investigates organised wildlife crime, has also become involved in the case.” “He said it had been a special place for the community and that the loss of wildlife had been "tragic".” Etymology
From wild + life.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Related words
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- B2 · Upper IntermediateOxford
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