威を振るう
Expression
Godan
1
expressions (phrasesGodan verb with 'u' ending
to exercise authority
振るう
Godan
Transitive
1
Godan verb with 'u' endingtransitive verb
to swing;to wield (physically);to exert
See also:
槍を振るう (やりをふるう)
2
Godan verb with 'u' endingtransitive verb
to exercise (e.g. power, ability);to exhibit;to display;to wield (metaphorically)
See also:
威を振るう (いをふるう)
暴風雨があらん限りの猛威を振るった。
The storm raged in all its fury.
3
Godan verb with 'u' endingtransitive verb
to flourish;to prosper;to thrive
その仕事に彼は才をふるった。
The job drew out his talent.
Other forms
揮う 【ふるう】 · 振う 【ふるう】 (irregular okurigana usage)