GRE Word List

SCOURGE

whip

The meaning of the word scourge is whip.

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WordMeaning
ephemerallasting a very short time
genericrelating to or characteristic of a whole group or class : general
barefacedhaving the face uncovered:
harbingersomething that foreshadows a future event : something that gives an anticipatory sign of what is to come
stemthe main trunk of a plant
solemnityformal or ceremonious observance of an occasion or event
salubriousfavorable to or promoting health or well-being
maledictioncurse
propinquitynearness of blood : kinship
expeditiousmarked by or acting with prompt efficiency