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wite Definition and Meaning in English (wite definition)

noun
Synonyms:blamefaultreproach
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Wite definition: An archaic term referring to blame, fault, or reproach.

Definitions of Wite

  1. 1noun(formal)

    An archaic term referring to blame, fault, or reproach.

  2. 2verb(formal)

    To blame or reproach someone for an action, typically used in an archaic context.

  3. 3noun(formal)

    An archaic legal term for a fine or penalty imposed for an offense.

Example Sentences

formal

“The ancient texts often speak of the wite laid upon those who broke their vows.”

formal

“To wite someone for an unavoidable misfortune was considered unjust.”

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third person singularwites
past tensewited
present participlewiting
pluralwites

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