wield

verb

1. have and exercise; “wield power and authority”

   Synonyms

   • exert, maintain

   Less specific

   • have, have got, hold

2. handle effectively; “The burglar wielded an axe”; “The young violinist didn’t manage her bow very well”

   Synonyms

   • handle, manage

   Less specific

   • manipulate

   More specific

   • ply, pump, swing, sweep, swing out