The phrase "wast at odds" is an archaic way of saying "were at odds", meaning to be in disagreement or have differing opinions. The spelling may seem peculiar, but it reflects the pronunciation of the time. In IPA phonetic transcription, it would be /wʌst æt ɒdz/. The word "wast" is the second person singular past tense of "be", and the "a" in "at" is pronounced like the "u" in "sun". "Odds" is pronounced with a short "o" and a voiced "z" sound.
"Wast at odds" is a phrase typically used in Old English or Shakespearean language to describe a state of contention or disagreement between individuals or groups. It suggests a situation where two or more parties are in conflict or have opposing viewpoints, leading to discord or animosity.
The word "wast" is an archaic form of the verb "were" which denotes the second person singular past tense of the verb "be". As such, "wast" signifies "were" or "were you" in modern English. "At odds" means being in conflict or disagreement, often used to indicate a lack of harmony or agreement between people.
When combined, the phrase "wast at odds" refers to a scenario where the person being addressed or referred to was in a state of contention or disagreement with another party. It suggests a disagreement, argument, or hostility between two individuals, groups, or even internal conflict within oneself.
For instance, one might say, "Alas, I wast at odds with my dear friend for the whole night, unable to find common ground on our differing opinions." Here, the phrase highlights a situation where two friends were involved in a disagreement or argument, which persisted over an extended period, preventing them from achieving reconciliation or agreement.