swelling

noun
UK: /ˈswel.ɪŋ/
US: /ˈswel.ɪŋ/

  1. An area on your body that has become bigger than normal, usually because of injury or illness.

    1. The swelling in her ankle made it difficult to walk after she twisted it so badly. [ ] [ ]
    2. Doctors were concerned about the rapid swelling around his neck, indicating a serious infection. [ ] [ ]

  2. The condition of being swollen.

    1. She noticed the swelling in her feet after standing for hours. [ ] [ ]
    2. The doctor recommended ice to reduce the swelling and alleviate the pain. [ ] [ ]

  3. A gradual increase in amount or size.

    1. There is a swelling of public interest in environmental issues. [ ] [ ]
    2. We've noticed a recent swelling of new members after the last advertising campaign. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

bulge inflammation enlargement distension growth increase rise surge
swelling verb

  1. Increasing in size or volume.

    1. The river is swelling after days of heavy rain. [ ] [ ]
    2. The crowd was swelling rapidly as the concert time approached. [ ] [ ]

  2. To become filled with pride or a similar emotion.

    1. His heart was swelling with pride as his daughter received the award. [ ] [ ]
    2. Her eyes were swelling with tears as she listened to the emotional speech. [ ] [ ]
swelling adjective

  1. That swells or is swollen.

    1. The swelling river has caused significant flooding, unfortunately. [ ] [ ]
    2. The swelling profits during the holiday season boosted the company's morale. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "swelling" in English means: An area on your body that has become bigger than normal, usually because of injury or illness., The condition of being swollen., A gradual increase in amount or size..

The phonetic transcription of "swelling" is /ˈswel.ɪŋ/ in British English and /ˈswel.ɪŋ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "swelling": bulge, inflammation, enlargement, distension, growth, increase, rise, surge.

Example usage of "swelling": "The swelling in her ankle made it difficult to walk after she twisted it so badly.". More examples on the page.