Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hewish
Adjective
/ˈhjuːɪʃ/
Definition
A rare and somewhat archaic term, ‘hewish’ refers to a state of being hewed or cut, often in a physical or metaphorical sense.
Examples
- After many hours of work, the once rough stone became hewish, taking on a smooth and refined shape.
- The hewish landscape, carved by centuries of erosion, revealed stunning cliff faces and valleys.
- Her hewish thoughts shaped her perspective on the changes in her life.
Meaning
The term can suggest something that has been shaped or formed by cutting away parts, implying a transformation or alteration that has occurred.
Synonyms
- Shaped
- Cut
- Carved
- Trimmed
- Fashioned
