GRE Word List
SCOURGE
whip
The meaning of the word scourge is whip.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| archipelago | an expanse of water with many scattered islands |
| grate | grating |
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| paroxysm | a fit, attack, or sudden increase or recurrence of symptoms (as of a disease) : convulsion |
| serrated | notched or toothed on the edge |
| orthography | the art of writing words with the proper letters according to standard usage |
| vogue | popular acceptation or favor : popularity |
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| retiring | reserved |
| notoriety | the quality or state of being notorious |