What does WREST mean?

Wrest Parts of Speech

Verb

Definitions

• To forcibly pull something away from someone or something
• To take something by force or with great effort
• To twist or contort something

Pronunciations

• US: /rɛst/
• UK: /rɛst/

Origin and Usage

The word "wrest" comes from the Old English word "wrǣstan," which means to twist or distort. It has been used in English since the 14th century. "Wrest" is often used in the context of wrestling or fighting, but it can also be used more generally to describe forcibly taking something away from someone or something else.

Synonyms

• Seize
• Take
• Extract
• Snatch
• Grab

Related Words

• Waste
• Worse
• Witty
• Wagon
• Wreck

Example Sentences

• He tried to wrest the gun from her hand.
• The company was able to wrest control of the market from its competitors.
• The athlete had to wrestle with an injury for most of the season.