Swollen

/ˈswoʊ.lən/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

larger than normal due to an accumulation of fluid or inflammation.

After the bee sting, her arm became swollen and painful.

inflated or exaggerated in size or appearance.

His swollen ego made him difficult to work with.

filled with or characterized by excessive emotion.

He spoke with a swollen heart, filled with pride for his team’s victory.

From Middle English 'swollen', past participle of 'swelien', from Old English 'swiellan'.

swollen ego

An inflated sense of self-importance.

swollen river

A river that has increased in flow or volume, often due to heavy rain.

swollen glands

Enlarged lymph nodes often due to infection.

swell

To increase in size or volume.

inflated

Expanded beyond normal size, often artificially.

distend

To swell or cause to swell by pressure from within.

Supercharged.

That car is swollen with power after the upgrades.

Overly dramatic or emotional.

She's acting all swollen about the breakup.