Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Scourging.
Scourging - as a noun
Scourging - 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 scourging of Jesus is depicted in many religious paintings."
"The scourging of prisoners was a common punishment in ancient times."
"His back was covered in wounds from the scourging he received."
"The scourging left deep scars on her skin."
"Historians believe that scourging was a brutal form of punishment."
Word Game Points
Is SCOURGING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, scourging is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SCOURGING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is SCOURGING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, scourging is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSCOURGING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.
Is SCOURGING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, scourging is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSCOURGING has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
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