wrought
word · lemma: work
Definition
"Wrought" is the old or literary past tense and past participle of "work," now mostly used in formal or poetic contexts to mean "made" (specially shaped or crafted, especially metal) or "caused" (as in bringing about a change).
Usage & Nuances
Now considered archaic except in phrases like "wrought iron" (meaning shaped by hand) and poetic writing. Common collocation: "wrought havoc" (caused disaster). Used almost never in modern everyday conversation; sounds formal, literary, or old-fashioned.
Example Sentences
This artwork was beautifully wrought.
basic
The storm wrought havoc across the city last night.
natural
Her apology wrought a sense of peace in the family.
natural
The fence was made of wrought iron.
basic
The changes wrought by technology are everywhere.
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These old, wrought gates have stood here for a hundred years.
natural