swelling
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.a place on your body that has become larger or rounder than usual, often because of a hit or an infection.
n.an abnormal enlargement or protuberance on the body, typically caused by fluid retention or inflammation.
Simple“He put some ice on his ankle to help reduce the swelling after he fell.”
In context“The doctor noted significant swelling around the joint, suggesting that the ligament might be torn rather than merely strained.”
UsageOften used with 'reduce' or 'go down' when the injury is healing.
Synonyms - 02 C1 Advanced
n.the process of something getting bigger or fuller.
n.the act or state of increasing in size, volume, or intensity.
Simple“The swelling of the river after the storm worried the local farmers.”
In context“The swelling of national pride following the victory was evident in every public square across the capital.”
- 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
v.the action of becoming larger or more powerful.
v.the present participle of 'swell', describing the ongoing process of expansion or increasing in number.
Simple“The crowd was swelling as more people arrived for the concert.”
In context“With the ranks of the unemployed swelling to record numbers, the government faced intense pressure to reform the welfare system.”
Antonyms
“The operation came as community organizing against ICE was swelling in the region in response to the killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti.”