Definitions
There are 11 meanings of the word
Swelling.
How to pronounce swelling:
US
Swelling - as a noun
An abnormal protuberance or localized enlargement
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lump8puffiness17Hypernyms (Closely Related)
symptom16Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Something that bulges out or is protuberant or projects from its surroundings
Example: "The gun in his pocket made an obvious bulge"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bulge8bump10excrescence24extrusion16gibbosity17gibbousness16jut10prominence16protrusion12protuberance18Hypernyms (Closely Related)
projection21Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The increase in volume of certain substances when they are heated (often accompanied by release of water)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
intumescence18intumescency21Swelling - as a verb
To become bigger, especially due to being engorged.
To cause to become bigger.
Example: "Rains and dissolving snow swell the rivers in spring."
To grow gradually in force or loudness.
Example: "The organ music swelled."
To raise to arrogance; to puff up; to inflate.
Example: "To be swelled with pride or haughtiness"
To be raised to arrogance.
To be elated; to rise arrogantly.
To be turgid, bombastic, or extravagant.
Example: "Swelling words a swelling style"
To protuberate; to bulge out.
Example: "A cask swells in the middle."
Example Sentences
"Her ankle had a noticeable swelling after the fall."
"I applied ice to reduce the swelling on my hand."
"The mosquito bite caused itching and swelling."
"His face showed signs of swelling from the allergic reaction."
"She decided to consult a doctor about the persistent swelling in her legs."
Word Game Points
Is SWELLING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, swelling is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SWELLING has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is SWELLING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, swelling is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSWELLING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
Is SWELLING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, swelling is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSWELLING has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
