GRE Word List

SCOURGE

whip

The meaning of the word scourge is whip.

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WordMeaning
engrossto copy or write in a large hand
guilelessinnocent
retrogradehaving or being motion in a direction contrary to that of the general motion of similar bodies and especially east to west among the stars
retardto delay or impede the development or progress of : to slow up especially by preventing or hindering advance or accomplishment
proximitythe quality or state of being proximate : closeness
misanthropea person who hates or distrusts humankind
nullifyto make null (see null
covertnot openly shown, engaged in, or avowed : veiled
misogynista person who hates or discriminates against women : a misogynistic person
gratuitousnot called for by the circumstances : not necessary, appropriate, or justified : unwarranted