Synonyms for

Swipe

Verb / swaɪp / Another word for swipe — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to move your finger or hand across a touchscreen or touchpad to do something on a device

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

stroke brush pass glide

Informal

drag flick slide whisk

Literary

caress caudal flourish

Antonyms

guard halt stop hold block resist defend

Common collocations

  • swipe left
  • swipe right
  • swipe card
  • swipe through
  • swipe away
  • swipe at
  • swipe the screen

Word family

noun swipe
verb swipe

Usage note

Primarily used informally to describe a quick, sweeping motion or the action of moving a finger across a touch screen. Can also refer to a theft, often in a casual context.

Example sentences

  1. I swiped the screen to unlock my phone.
  2. She swiped left on the dating app because she didn't like the person's bio.
  3. He swiped his credit card to pay for his purchase.
  4. I swiped the crumbs off the table with my hand.
  5. The cat swiped at the toy mouse with its paw.

Quotes

  • I like to swipe right on people just to see if I match with them. It's like a game.
  • I accidentally swiped left on my future husband on the dating app. It was a close call.
  • I always swipe my card at the grocery store instead of using cash. It's just easier.

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