scourge Meaning & Definition
What Does Scourge Mean?
As a noun, scourge means A source of persistent trouble such as pestilence that causes pain and suffering or widespread destruction. It can also mean A means to inflict such pain or destruction. As a verb, it means To strike with a scourge; to flog.
Scourge Definition (Noun)
- A source of persistent trouble such as pestilence that causes pain and suffering or widespread destruction.
Graffiti is the scourge of building owners everywhere.
- A means to inflict such pain or destruction.
- A whip, often of leather.
He flogged him with a scourge.
Scourge as a Verb
- To strike with a scourge; to flog.
Synonyms of Scourge
Scourge synonyms and antonyms →Scourge in a Sentence
Graffiti is the scourge of building owners everywhere.
He flogged him with a scourge.