Walten Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Walten" is used as verb with the meaning of "to prevail", "to rule" or "to govern".

Essential properties of "walten"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

Infinitive: walten
Simple past: waltete
Participle: gewaltet

regularintransitive

Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "walten" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To exercise authority or control"

Definition: "To exercise authority or control over something or someone."
Translation(s): to prevail, to rule, to govern, to hold sway
Synonym(s): herrschen, regieren, leiten
Antonym(s): unterwerfen, gehorchen
Related word(s): Verwaltung, Gewalt

📝 Some usage examples:

Er lässt die Gerechtigkeit walten.He lets justice prevail.
In diesem Land walten strenge Gesetze.Strict laws prevail in this country.
Die Naturkräfte walten unaufhaltsam.The forces of nature prevail irresistibly.

2.) "To exert significant presence or influence"

Definition: "To act with a significant presence or influence."
Translation(s): prevail, reign, rule, govern, be present
Synonym(s): wirken, beeinflussen
Antonym(s): verschwinden, nachlassen
Related word(s): Einfluss, Macht

📝 Some usage examples:

Ein Gefühl der Ruhe waltet im Raum.A feeling of calm prevails in the room.
In der Versammlung waltet eine gespannte Stimmung.A tense atmosphere prevails in the meeting.
Ein Hauch von Nostalgie waltet über dem alten Haus.A touch of nostalgia hangs over the old house.

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