swell

Definition

  • verb: to become larger than normal
  • verb: to expand (as in size, volume, or numbers) gradually beyond a normal or original limit
  • adjective: very good
  • adjective: socially prominent
  • often + 'up'
  • synonyms: excellent, stylish, heave

Examples

  • The storm has brought high winds and heavy 'swells' along the coast.

  • They hope to create a 'groundswell of' support for her candidacy.

  • The economy is 'swelling' at an annual rate of five percent.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) My brochure. There you go, little guy. I am not afraid but that allergy, eh. Why you do not put on your CV brochure. That is not funny, my whole face may swell. Create one of your special skills. Someone knock-out store, has a special skill. Doeg Vanessa. - Vanessa, next week yogurt evening? (..)
    2007 Bee Movie