GRE Word List
SWIPE
a strong sweeping blow
The meaning of the word swipe is a strong sweeping blow.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| pretext | a purpose or motive alleged or an appearance assumed in order to cloak the real intention or state of affairs |
| impertinent | given to or characterized by insolent rudeness |
| unique | being the only one : sole |
| grunt | to utter a grunt |
| boorish | resembling or befitting a rude or insensitive person : resembling or befitting a boor |
| husbandry | the cultivation or production of plants or animals : agriculture |
| engage | to offer (something, such as one's life or word) as backing to a cause or aim : to expose to risk for the attainment or support of some end |
| insouciant | lighthearted unconcern : nonchalance |
| vouchsafe | to grant or furnish often in a gracious or condescending manner |
| blighted | affected with blight (see blight |