Synonyms for swat
- verb
Most common
Definitions
- v. 1
To beat off, as insects; to bat, strike, or hit.
The cat swatted at the feather.
Related words
- Phrases
- fly swat
- Other spellings
- swot
Forms
- Past participle
- swatted
e.g. swatted → crammed, drummed, boned…
Example sentences
- drum He's playing a cha cha cha rhythm on the drum kit.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| swat | rising | |
| drum | falling |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 4 letters
- bone1, drum1, cram1