GRE Word List
SCOURGE
whip
The meaning of the word scourge is whip.
Random words
Word | Meaning |
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cleave | to adhere firmly and closely or loyally and unwaveringly |
prevalent | generally or widely accepted, practiced, or favored : widespread |
raiment | clothing |
fritter | a small mass of fried or sautéed batter often containing fruit or meat |
factious | of or relating to faction: such as |
automaton | a mechanism that is relatively self-operating |
constituent | a member of a constituency |
tipple | to drink liquor especially by habit or to excess |
killjoy | one who spoils the pleasure of others |
criteria | a standard on which a judgment or decision may be based |