GRE Word List
SCOURGE
whip
The meaning of the word scourge is whip.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| deterrent | serving to discourage, prevent, or inhibit : serving to deter |
| mitigate | to cause to become less harsh or hostile : mollify |
| embitter | to excite bitter feelings in |
| timorous | of a timid disposition : fearful |
| officious | volunteering one's services where they are neither asked nor needed : meddlesome |
| blunt | having an edge or point that is not sharp |
| celerity | rapidity of motion or action |
| grotto | cave |
| impetuous | marked by impulsive vehemence or passion |
| acrid | sharp and harsh or unpleasantly pungent in taste or odor : irritating |