Geld — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun /ˈgeld/

Meaning & Definition of Geld

Geld (verb)

  1. to castrate (an animal)
  2. to deprive of a natural or essential part

Geld (noun)

  1. the crown tax paid under Anglo-Saxon and Norman kings

Geld (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to deprive of emotional or intellectual vitality

    "by the time of the fourth rewrite, the screenplay had pretty much been gelded of all originality"

    similar: castrate, damp, dampen, deaden, dehydrate, desiccate, devitalize, enervate, lobotomize, petrify
    related: burn out, debilitate, do in, drain, enfeeble, exhaust, fatigue, sap, tucker (out), undermine, weaken, wear, wear out, daunt, demoralize, discourage, dishearten, dispirit
    opposite: brace, energize, enliven, invigorate, quicken, stimulate, vitalize, vivify
    near: arouse, rouse, stir, charge, electrify, galvanize, excite, ferment, fire, foment, incite, inflame, instigate, kindle, provoke, spark, trigger, whip (up), abet, boost, buoy, cheer, embolden, fortify, hearten, inspire, lift, reactivate, reanimate, reawake, reawaken, recharge, reenergize, refresh, regenerate, rejuvenate, rekindle, renew, resurrect, resuscitate, revitalize, revive

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Geld

The most common words with a similar meaning to Geld:

castrate, damp, dampen, deaden, dehydrate, desiccate, devitalize, enervate, lobotomize, petrify

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Geld

Words with the opposite meaning of Geld:

brace, energize, enliven, invigorate, quicken, stimulate, vitalize, vivify

Related Words for Geld

burn out, debilitate, do in, drain, enfeeble, exhaust, fatigue, sap, tucker (out), undermine, weaken, wear, wear out, daunt, demoralize, discourage, dishearten, dispirit

Near Antonyms of Geld

arouse, rouse, stir, charge, electrify, galvanize, excite, ferment, fire, foment, incite, inflame, instigate, kindle, provoke, spark, trigger, whip (up), abet, boost, buoy, cheer, embolden, fortify, hearten, inspire, lift, reactivate, reanimate, reawake

Word Forms of Geld

Inflections: gelded, gelding, gelds

Origin & Etymology of Geld

Middle English, from Old Norse gelda; akin to Old English gelde sterile

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Geld

What does "Geld" mean?

"Geld" means to castrate (an animal). As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to castrate (an animal).

What is another word for "Geld"?

Other words for "Geld" include castrate, damp, dampen, deaden, dehydrate, desiccate, devitalize and enervate. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Geld" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Geld"?

There are 28 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Geld". Common alternatives include castrate, damp, dampen, deaden, dehydrate, desiccate, devitalize, enervate, lobotomize and petrify.

What is the opposite of "Geld"?

Antonyms of "Geld" include brace, energize, enliven, invigorate, quicken, stimulate, vitalize and vivify. Near antonyms include arouse, rouse, stir and charge.

How do you use "Geld" in a sentence?

Examples of "Geld" in a sentence: "by the time of the fourth rewrite, the screenplay had pretty much been gelded of all originality".

Is "Geld" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Geld" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Geld"?

"Geld" is pronounced /ˈgeld/.

What is the origin of the word "Geld"?

"Geld" comes from Middle English, from Old Norse gelda; akin to Old English gelde sterile. First known use: 14th century.