wields

/wiːldz/

verb

To command, rule over; to possess or own.

Examples :

"The CEO wields significant power within the company. "

verb

To control, to guide or manage.

Examples :

"The teacher wields authority in the classroom to ensure students learn. "

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verb

To handle with skill and ease, especially a weapon or tool.

Examples :

"The chef wields a knife with incredible speed and precision. "

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verb

To exercise (authority or influence) effectively.

Examples :

"The teacher wields her authority to maintain order in the classroom. "

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Meanings

Examples :

"The CEO wields significant power within the company. "

Examples :

"The teacher wields authority in the classroom to ensure students learn. "

Examples :

"The chef wields a knife with incredible speed and precision. "

Examples :

"The teacher wields her authority to maintain order in the classroom. "

Related Words

students noun

A person who studies or learns about a particular subject.

effectively adverb

In an efficient or effective manner; with powerful effect.

classroom noun

A room, often in a school, where classes take place

significant noun

That which has significance; a sign; a token; a symbol.

especially adverb

(manner) In a special manner; specially.

incredible adjective

Too implausible to be credible; beyond belief; unbelievable.

maintain verb

To support (someone), to back up or assist (someone) in an action.

command noun

An order to do something.

influence noun

The power to affect, control or manipulate something or someone; the ability to change the development of fluctuating things such as conduct, thoughts or decisions.

authority noun

The power to enforce rules or give orders.

precision noun

The state of being precise or exact; exactness.

exercise noun

Any activity designed to develop or hone a skill or ability.