GRE Word List

SCOURGE

whip

The meaning of the word scourge is whip.

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WordMeaning
surgeto rise and fall actively : toss
devolveto pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another
ariaair
stocka store or supply accumulated or available
galaxymilky way galaxy
coupletwo persons married, engaged, or otherwise romantically paired
tycoona businessperson of exceptional wealth, power, and influence : magnate
extraditionthe surrender of an alleged criminal usually under the provisions of a treaty or statute by one authority (such as a state) to another having jurisdiction to try the charge
harrowingacutely distressing or painful
economythe structure or conditions of economic life in a country, area, or period