GRE Word List
SCOURGE
lash; whip (formerly used for punishment); source of severe punishment; V: whip; afflict
The meaning of the word scourge is lash; whip (formerly used for punishment); source of severe punishment; V: whip; afflict.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| supplicate | petition humbly; pray to grant a favor |
| savory | pleasant in taste; tasty; pleasing, attractive, or agreeable; Ex. savory reputation |
| entrance | put under a spell(condition caused by magical power); carry away(fill with strong feeling) with emotion; put into a trance; fill with delight |
| precedent | preceding (in time, rank, etc.) |
| penance | self-imposed punishment for sin; Ex. do penance for one's sins; CF. penitent |
| hovel | shack; small wretched house |
| detrimental | harmful; damaging; N. detriment |
| brawny | muscular; having well-developed muscles |
| conversant | familiar with; having knowledge of |
| swear-word | word considered offensive; Ex. ``bloody'' |
