GRE Word List
SCOURGE
whip
The meaning of the word scourge is whip.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| engross | to copy or write in a large hand |
| guileless | innocent |
| retrograde | having or being motion in a direction contrary to that of the general motion of similar bodies and especially east to west among the stars |
| retard | to delay or impede the development or progress of : to slow up especially by preventing or hindering advance or accomplishment |
| proximity | the quality or state of being proximate : closeness |
| misanthrope | a person who hates or distrusts humankind |
| nullify | to make null (see null |
| covert | not openly shown, engaged in, or avowed : veiled |
| misogynist | a person who hates or discriminates against women : a misogynistic person |
| gratuitous | not called for by the circumstances : not necessary, appropriate, or justified : unwarranted |