What does SWELL mean?

Definition of Swell

1. Parts of Speech: verb, noun, adjective, adverb

2. Definitions:

• Verb: to become larger or rounder; to increase in size, volume, or intensity; to feel or express pride or satisfaction; to bulge or protrude; to rise in waves or billows
• Noun: a gradual increase in size, volume, or intensity; a long wave or series of waves in the sea; a feeling of pride or satisfaction
• Adjective: excellent or impressive; fashionable or stylish
• Adverb: in a manner that swells or increases in size, volume, or intensity

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /swɛl/
• UK: /swɛl/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "swell" originated from the Old English word "swelan," which means "to grow hot." It has been used as a verb since the 14th century and as a noun since the 15th century. In addition to its literal meanings related to size and waves, "swell" is often used figuratively to describe feelings of pride or satisfaction. It can also be used as an adjective to describe something that is excellent or stylish.

5. Synonyms:

• increase
• expand
• grow
• inflate
• rise
• billow
• wave
• excellent
• impressive
• fashionable
• stylish

6. Related Words:

• swash
• swath
• sweat
• swine
• swipe

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