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Meaning of Scourge
The primary meaning of the word "scourge" is a person or thing that causes great trouble or suffering.
Definitions
- A person or thing that causes great trouble or suffering, typically on a large scale
- A whip or lash, especially one used for punishment
- To punish or criticize someone severely
Etymology of Scourge
The word "scourge" has its roots in Old French "escorge" or "escourge", which is derived from the Latin "scourge", meaning "whip"
Historically, the word was used to describe a whip or lash, especially one used for punishment, and later it evolved to describe a person or thing that causes great trouble or suffering
Example Uses
- The disease was a scourge on the city, affecting thousands of people
- The politician was a scourge to the government, constantly criticizing their policies
- The company was scourged by the media for their unethical practices
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