GRE Word List

SCOURGE

whip

The meaning of the word scourge is whip.

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WordMeaning
dripto let fall in drops
invectiveinsulting or abusive language : vituperation
venturesomeinclined to court or incur risk or danger : daring
fronda large leaf (especially of a palm or fern) usually with many divisions
assiduousshowing great care, attention, and effort : marked by careful unremitting attention or persistent application
shudderto tremble convulsively : shiver
cardinala high ecclesiastical official of the Roman Catholic Church who ranks next below the pope and is appointed by him to assist him as a member of the college of cardinals (see college
purportedreputed
proponentone who argues in favor of something : advocate
discordlack of agreement or harmony (as between persons, things, or ideas)