English Synonym Finder

sweep

Definitions

To clean or clear an area by brushing away dirt or debris.

To move swiftly and smoothly in a particular direction.

A wide-ranging search or inspection of an area.

Examples

Please sweep the kitchen floor before the guests arrive.

The new policy will sweep away many of the outdated regulations.

The team managed to sweep the series with four consecutive victories.

Synonyms

brush clean clear scour wipe remove traverse

Antonyms

dirty clutter litter stagnate halt stop remain