GRE Word List

SWIPE

a strong sweeping blow

The meaning of the word swipe is a strong sweeping blow.

Random words

WordMeaning
tangentialtouching lightly : incidental
gloss_overexplain away with the intention of deceiving or hiding faults
propellantcapable of propelling
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fervidvery hot : burning
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kneelto position the body so that one or both knees rest on the floor
exemptfree or released from some liability or requirement to which others are subject
kindredof a similar nature or character : like
chorusa company of singers and dancers in Athenian drama participating in or commenting on the action