GRE Word List

SCOURGE

whip

The meaning of the word scourge is whip.

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WordMeaning
imperceptiblenot perceptible by a sense or by the mind : extremely slight, gradual, or subtle
abateto decrease in force or intensity
dismissto permit or cause to leave
adjournto suspend indefinitely or until a later stated time
protegeone who is protected or trained or whose career is furthered by a person of experience, prominence, or influence
rareseldom occurring or found : uncommon
deployto extend (a military unit) especially in width
memoiran official note or report : memorandum
concessionthe act or an instance of conceding (as by granting something as a right, accepting something as true, or acknowledging defeat)
bacchanaliaa Roman festival of Bacchus celebrated with dancing, song, and revelry