GRE Word List

SWELL

to expand (as in size, volume, or numbers) gradually beyond a normal or original limit

The meaning of the word swell is to expand (as in size, volume, or numbers) gradually beyond a normal or original limit.

Random words

WordMeaning
tenaciousnot easily pulled apart : cohesive
cliquea narrow exclusive circle or group of persons
inroadan advance or penetration often at the expense of someone or something
protrudeto jut out from the surrounding surface or context
sophistrysubtly deceptive reasoning or argumentation
spectralof, relating to, or suggesting a specter : ghostly
adverseacting against or in a contrary direction : hostile
glossyhaving a surface luster or brightness
eddya current of water or air running contrary to the main current
progenydescendants