English dictionary
swollen
adjectivePronunciation
ˈswəʊlən
Audio pronunciation
Parts of speech
Definitions
adjective
- abnormally distended especially by fluids or gas
adjective
- characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance
Example sentences
hungry children with bloated stomachs
he had a grossly distended stomach
eyes with puffed (or puffy) lids
swollen hands
tumescent tissue
a conceited fool
an attitude of self-conceited arrogance
an egotistical disregard of others
so swollen by victory that he was unfit for normal duty
growing ever more swollen-headed and arbitrary