Word: Jungle

Pronunciation

/ˈdʒʌŋɡl/

Definitions

• Noun: A dense forest typically found in tropical regions, characterized by thick undergrowth, a variety of vegetation, and often inhabited by numerous wild animals. For example: “The explorers hacked their way through the impenetrable jungle.”
• Adjective: Relating to or characteristic of a jungle, often used metaphorically to describe a confusing, chaotic, or fiercely competitive environment. For example: “The corporate world can be a real jungle sometimes.”

Phrases

• “In the jungle”: Referring to being in a challenging or unpredictable environment.
• “Survival of the fittest”: This phrase, originating from evolutionary theory but often used metaphorically, suggests that only the strongest or most adaptable will thrive in a difficult situation, such as the jungle.
• “Jungle fever”: Informal slang for an intense attraction between people of different ethnic backgrounds, particularly when referring to interracial relationships.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The Amazon rainforest, also known as the Amazon jungle, is home to a vast array of wildlife.”
• Adjective: “Navigating the legal jungle of international trade can be a daunting task for new businesses.”

Synonyms

• Rainforest
• Wilderness
• Thicket
• Forest
• Woodland (for the noun sense)
• Chaotic
• Unpredictable
• Competitive
• Cutthroat (for the adjective sense)