GRE Word List
SCOURGE
whip
The meaning of the word scourge is whip.
Random words
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|---|---|
| rejoinder | the defendant's answer to the plaintiff's replication |
| brocade | a rich silk fabric with raised patterns in gold and silver |
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| prelude | an introductory performance, action, or event preceding and preparing for the principal or a more important matter |
| solicitor | one that solicits |
| wanton | merciless |
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