Wield: meaning, definitions and examples
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wield
[ wiːld ]
power
To hold and use (a weapon or tool) in a skillful or effective way.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- He was able to wield the sword with incredible precision.
- The king wielded his authority with great confidence.
- She wielded her influence to make positive changes.
control
To have and be able to use (power or influence).
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The dictator wielded absolute power over the country.
- She wielded significant influence in the business world.
Translations
Translations of the word "wield" in other languages:
🇵🇹 empunhar
🇮🇳 प्रयोग करना
🇩🇪 handhaben
🇮🇩 menggunakan
🇺🇦 володіти
🇵🇱 władać
🇯🇵 使う (tsukau)
🇫🇷 manier
🇪🇸 empuñar
🇹🇷 kullanmak
🇰🇷 사용하다 (sayonghada)
🇸🇦 يسيطر على
🇨🇿 ovládat
🇸🇰 ovládať
🇨🇳 使用 (shǐyòng)
🇸🇮 uporabljati
🇮🇸 beita
🇰🇿 пайдалану
🇬🇪 გამოყენება (gamoqeneba)
🇦🇿 istifadə etmək
🇲🇽 empuñar
Word origin
The word 'wield' originated from the Old English word 'wieldan', meaning 'to rule'. It has been used in the English language for centuries to describe the act of holding and using an object or possessing and using power or influence. Over time, 'wield' has evolved to represent the skillful and effective use of tools, weapons, authority, and influence.
See also: unwieldy.