GRE Word List
SWIPE
a strong sweeping blow
The meaning of the word swipe is a strong sweeping blow.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| calculated | apt |
| browbeat | to intimidate or disconcert by a stern manner or arrogant speech : bully |
| preempt | to acquire (something, such as land) by preemption |
| formality | compliance with formal or conventional rules : ceremony |
| oligarchy | government by the few |
| scabbard | a sheath for a sword, dagger, or bayonet |
| damn | to condemn to a punishment or fate |
| irreproachable | not reproachable : blameless |
| encomiastic | one that praises : eulogist |
| heckler | one who heckles someone (such as a performer or speaker) usually by shouting criticisms or insults |