Etymology · Proto-Indo-European
*swer-
6 English words descend from Proto-Indo-European *swer-, most common first.
- answerA response or reply; something said or done in reaction to a statement or question.
- seriousWithout humor or expression of happiness; grave in manner or disposition.
- swearTo take an oath, to promise intensely, solemnly, and/or with legally binding effect.
- swarmA large number of insects or other bugs (e.g. centipedes), especially when in motion or (for bees) migrating to a new colony.
- susurrusA whispering or rustling sound; a murmur.
- sweerHeavy.