Beheld: meaning, definitions and examples

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beheld

 

[ bษชหˆhษ›ld ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

past tense

Beheld is the past tense of behold, which means to see or observe something, especially something remarkable or noteworthy. It is often used in literary contexts to convey a sense of wonder or awe.

Synonyms

observed, regarded, saw, witnessed.

Examples of usage

  • She beheld the sunrise over the mountains.
  • The artist beheld his masterpiece with pride.
  • They beheld the ancient ruins in silence.

Translations

Translations of the word "beheld" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น viu

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฆเฅ‡เค–เคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช erblickte

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ melihat

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑะฐั‡ะธะฒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ujrzaล‚

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ฆ‹ใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท aperรงut

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ vio

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท gรถrdรผ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ณด์•˜๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฑุฃู‰

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ uvidฤ›l

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ videl

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็œ‹ๅˆฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ videl

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sรก

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบำฉั€ะดั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒœแƒแƒฎแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gรถrdรผ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ vio

Etymology

The word 'beheld' originates from Old English 'behealdan', which combines the prefix 'be-' meaning 'about' or 'around' and 'healdan' meaning 'to hold'. This compound suggests the notion of holding something in view or observing it closely. Over time, 'beheld' evolved in English usage, primarily retaining its literary connotations. Historical texts often used it to denote not just seeing but perceiving or experiencing something with a sense of significance, thus giving it a more profound and reflective quality. The term has been used by various poets and writers throughout the centuries, further cementing its place in the English language as a word that expresses the act of witnessing something with intent and appreciation.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,924 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.