
Scourge
Negative Context
Used to describe serious, harmful situations or events, usually beyond human control.
Floods are a scourge that can displace thousands.
Expressing Severity
Emphasizes the extreme negative impact of a situation, often more intense than synonyms.
The scourge of illiteracy affects economic development. Compare with
AfflictionBaneCalamityCursePlaguePunishmentTormentVisitation
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