GRE Word List
SWIPE
a strong sweeping blow
The meaning of the word swipe is a strong sweeping blow.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| tangential | touching lightly : incidental |
| gloss_over | explain away with the intention of deceiving or hiding faults |
| propellant | capable of propelling |
| gadfly | any of various flies (such as a horsefly, botfly, or warble fly) that bite or annoy livestock |
| fervid | very hot : burning |
| indignation | anger aroused by something unjust, unworthy, or mean |
| kneel | to position the body so that one or both knees rest on the floor |
| exempt | free or released from some liability or requirement to which others are subject |
| kindred | of a similar nature or character : like |
| chorus | a company of singers and dancers in Athenian drama participating in or commenting on the action |