wild–eyed

adjective \ˈwī(-ə)ld-ˈīd\

: having a wild expression in the eyes : looking dangerous or out of control

: very extreme or wild

Full Definition of WILD-EYED

: having a wild expression in the eyes

: consisting of or favoring extreme or visionary ideas

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