GRE Word List

SWIPE

a strong sweeping blow

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

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WordMeaning
pretexta purpose or motive alleged or an appearance assumed in order to cloak the real intention or state of affairs
impertinentgiven to or characterized by insolent rudeness
uniquebeing the only one : sole
gruntto utter a grunt
boorishresembling or befitting a rude or insensitive person : resembling or befitting a boor
husbandrythe cultivation or production of plants or animals : agriculture
engageto 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
insouciantlighthearted unconcern : nonchalance
vouchsafeto grant or furnish often in a gracious or condescending manner
blightedaffected with blight (see blight