tigerlike
Fierce and striped
Tigerlike describes something resembling a tiger in appearance, movement, or temperament.
The word usually suggests fierce grace, predatory power, or striking coloration: She moved with tigerlike stealth, his tigerlike intensity.
The comparison flatters when applied to athletes or competitors, less so when describing someone's aggression.
Violently intense or aggressive
- savageFierce and untamed
- viciousCruelly aggressive in nature
- aggressiveHostile and confrontational
- wildNot domesticated or controlled
intense · brutal · relentless · menacing · formidable · ruthless · merciless · bloodthirsty
Stealthy, persistent pursuit
- pouncingLeaping to attack
- huntingPursuing wild game
- ambushSurprise strike from concealment
- stealthySecretly cautious in movement
prowling · carnivorous · territorial · claws · fangs · prey · nocturnal · crouching
fierce
Violently intense or aggressive
- savageFierce and untamed
- viciousCruelly aggressive in nature
- aggressiveHostile and confrontational
wild · intense · brutal · relentless · menacing · formidable · ruthless · merciless · bloodthirsty · violent
stalking
Stealthy, persistent pursuit
stealthy · prowling · carnivorous · territorial · claws · fangs · prey · nocturnal · crouching · lurking
panther
Large dark wildcat
lioness · cougar · puma · lynx · bobcat · ocelot · serval · caracal · wildcat · savannah
banded
Having encircling marks
tabby · brindled · patterned · orange · black · markings · coat · fur · camouflage · distinctive