GRE Word List

SCOURGE

whip

The meaning of the word scourge is whip.

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WordMeaning
markedhaving an identifying mark
devolveto pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another
brawnthe flesh of a boar
choicethe act of choosing : selection
ballasta heavy substance (such as rocks or water) placed in such a way as to improve stability and control (as of the draft of a ship or the buoyancy of a balloon or submarine)
hue_and_cryoutcry; loud cry or clamor; strong protest; Ex. hue and cry against the new rule
boundfastened by or as if by a band : confined
quenchput out
engageto offer (something, such as one's life or word) as backing to a cause or aim : to expose to risk for the attainment or support of some end
mountebanka person who sells quack medicines from a platform