wield

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Learn the meaning of wield with synonyms, antonyms and an example sentence. Part of our 11 plus vocabulary list used for selective school and grammar school preparation.

wield

(verb)

Meaning

to hold and use something well

Example

"He could wield a sword with great skill."

Synonyms

handlemanipulatecontrol

More about this word

Word origin
From Old English wieldan, meaning to control.
Related word forms
  • noun: wielder