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- DictionaryWield/wēld/
verb
- 1. hold and use (a weapon or tool): "a masked raider wielding a handgun"
wield something to hold something, ready to use it as a weapon or tool synonym brandish. He was wielding a large knife. Definition of wield verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
verb (used with object) to exercise (power, authority, influence, etc.), as in ruling or dominating. Synonyms: utilize, employ, exert. to use (a weapon, instrument, etc.) effectively; handle or employ actively. Synonyms: control, manipulate. Archaic. to guide or direct.
If you wield a tool or a weapon, you handle it effectively. Picture a gallant knight wielding a sword or a skillful chef wielding a whisk. You don't just have to wield something physical; you can also wield or exert influence or authority. Wield is frequently followed by the word power.
1. to exercise (power, influence, etc.). 2. to use (a weapon, instrument, etc.) effectively; handle or employ actively. 3. Archaic. to govern; manage.
to have a lot of influence or power over other people. (Definition of wield from the Cambridge Learner's Dictionary © Cambridge University Press) Translations of wield. in Chinese (Traditional) 揮舞，握，抓著（武器或工具）… See more. in Chinese (Simplified) 挥舞，握，抓着（武器或工具）… See more. in Spanish. blandir, manejar, ejercer… See more. in Portuguese.
To handle and use (a tool or weapon), esp. with skill and control. Webster's New World. Similar definitions. To exercise (power, influence, etc.) Webster's New World. Similar definitions. To govern or rule. Webster's New World. Synonyms: maintain. exert. manage. handle. rule. employ. direct. deal. conduct. use. utilize. operate. swing. exercise.
Dec 28, 2023 · To handle with skill and ease, especially a weapon or tool. To exercise (authority or influence) effectively. Derived terms [ edit] bewield. wieldsome. wieldy. Translations [ edit]
