Wield meaning

What does “wield” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“wield” is a verb with 2 meanings. Its most common meaning is: have and exercise.

wield

verb

  1. have and exercise

    “wield power and authority”

  2. handle effectively

    “The burglar wielded an axe”

    “The young violinist didn't manage her bow very well”

    Synonymshandlemanage

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University