Scourge Definition & Meaning
scourge
- noun
- a whip used to inflict punishment (often used for pedantic humor)
- something causing misery or death; "the bane of my life"
- a person who inspires fear or dread; "he was the terror of the neighborhood"
- verb
- punish severely; excoriate
- whip; "The religious fanatics flagellated themselves"
- cause extensive destruction or ruin utterly; "The enemy lay waste to the countryside after the invasion"
"Scourge" in song lyrics
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"Instead we'll choose to turn and purge this vile scourge"
The Herd — National Holiday
Words that rhyme with scourge
Usage tips for "scourge"
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