GRE Word List
SWIPE
a strong sweeping blow
The meaning of the word swipe is a strong sweeping blow.
Random words
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|---|---|
| cataract | a clouding of the lens of the eye or of its surrounding transparent membrane that obstructs the passage of light |
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| pretext | a purpose or motive alleged or an appearance assumed in order to cloak the real intention or state of affairs |
| pugnacity | having a quarrelsome or combative nature : truculent |
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| wry | twist |
| inordinate | exceeding reasonable limits : immoderate |
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