Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

inswept

adjective
/ˈɪnˌswɛpt/
Definition
To be swept in or drawn in, often refers to a movement of air or water that flows inward or inside.
Examples
  • After the storm, the inswept debris littered the beach.
  • The inswept curtains danced in the breeze, filling the room with fresh air.
  • She admired the inswept landscape, where the river curved inward among the trees.
Meaning
The term ‘inswept’ describes a situation where something is swept or drawn in, usually referring to a natural motion, like air currents or water.
Synonyms
  • inward
  • pulled in
  • drawn in