Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Scourge.
How to pronounce scourge:
US
Scourge - as a noun
Scourge - as a verb
Punish severely; excoriate
Cause extensive destruction or ruin utterly
Example: "The enemy lay waste to the countryside after the invasion"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
desolate9devastate13lay waste toravage10waste8Hypernyms (Closely Related)
destroy11ruin4Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The scourge of poverty affects millions of people around the world."
"In the Middle Ages, the Black Death was a devastating scourge."
"Drug addiction is a scourge that plagues many communities."
"The scourge of terrorism threatens global security."
"Corruption is a scourge that undermines the integrity of governments."
Word Game Points
Is SCOURGE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, scourge is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SCOURGE has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is SCOURGE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, scourge is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSCOURGE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is SCOURGE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, scourge is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSCOURGE has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.