wyte

/waɪt/ or /waɪt/ (especially before a vowel)

Definitions

1. noun

an archaic or poetic term for ‘white’ or ‘fair’, used especially in literary or poetic contexts

“The wyte swans glided effortlessly across the serene lake.”

2. verb

to make or become white, especially in the context of hair or complexion

“Her hair began to wyte as she grew older.”

Synonyms

  • fair
  • fair-skinned
  • white

Antonyms

  • black
  • tanned