adj, adv ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective

1. 1
   Similar to a swan or a characteristic of it, especially in elegance or grace.

   "a swanlike curve"

2. 2
   Beautiful like a swan figuratively

Adverb

1. 1
   In a swanlike way not-comparable
2. 2
   Beautifully like a swan figuratively, not-comparable

Synonyms

All synonyms

beautifulcomelyesculenthotpersonable

Antonyms

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deform

Example

More examples

"Bosom full and firm. The nose straight. A swan-like gliding gait."

Etymology

From swan + -like.

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