Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
swell
verb
/swɛl/
Definition
To become larger or rounder in size, typically as a result of an accumulation of fluid.
Examples
- After the rain, the river began to swell with water.
- He felt his pride swell as he received the award.
- The balloon started to swell when air was blown into it.
Meaning
The act of increasing in size or volume, often due to internal pressure or external force.
Synonyms
- expand
- inflate
- grow
- enlarge
