Swept or Sweeped
Learn the correct past tense of "Sweep" and avoid the misspelling "Sweeped".
Sweeped
Incorrect spelling - "Sweeped" is incorrect; a common misspelling.
"Sweeped" is a common misspelling of "Swept". Always use "Swept" when referring to the correct word.
Swept
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
"Swept is the past tense of 'sweep', meaning to clean or move with a broom or to move swiftly."
Definition of Swept
"Swept": "Swept is the past tense of 'sweep', meaning to clean or move with a broom or to move swiftly."
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for Swept
- • cleaned
- • brushed
- • moved
- • glided
Usage Examples
"Correct:" He "swept" the floor in the morning.
"Correct:" The wind "swept" through the valley.
"Correct:" She "swept" the leaves into a pile.
"Correct:" The waves "swept" the sand away.
"Incorrect:" He "sweeped" the floor in the morning.
"Incorrect:" The wind "sweeped" through the valley.
"Incorrect:" She "sweeped" the leaves into a pile.
"Incorrect:" The waves "sweeped" the sand away.
Notes:
- • Past tense of 'sweep' is 'swept'.
- • 'Sweeped' is incorrect.
- • Used in cleaning, writing, and descriptive language.
- • Check essays, instructions, and reports.
- • Correct spelling ensures proper grammar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Correct spelling, Swept or Sweeped?
A: Swept is correct.
Q: Meaning of Swept?
A: Past tense of sweep; cleaned or moved swiftly.
Q: Can Sweeped be used?
A: No, it is incorrect.
Q: Synonyms?
A: Cleaned, brushed, moved, glided.
Q: How to remember spelling?
A: Past tense drops 'ee' → Swept.
Summary
"Swept is the correct past tense of 'sweep'. 'Sweeped' is always wrong. Correct spelling ensures proper grammar and clarity."