swell
//swɛl//
Verb
swellInfinitive
swellPresent tense
swelledPast tense
swollenPast participle
swellingPresent participle
swellsThird-person singular
1
To become larger or rounder in size, typically as a result of an accumulation of fluid or air.
My ankle swelled after I twisted it.
2
To increase in intensity, amount, or volume.
The music swelled to a dramatic climax.
3
To be filled with a strong emotion, especially pride or joy.
Her heart swelled with pride when her son received the award.
Noun
1
A slow, regular movement of the sea in rolling waves that do not break.
The boat rocked gently on the ocean swell.
2
A gradual increase in sound, amount, or intensity.
There was a swell of applause from the audience.
Adjective
swellCanonical form
1
(Informal, dated) Excellent; very good.
That's a swell idea!