Dictionary of synonyms

Synonyms and antonyms of the word: scourge

Synonyms:

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Usage examples:

After all the efforts invested in the country for peace to reign, it is disheartening to observe over the years that thousands of Sudanese have been killed and unaccountable millions of people have fled their homes to escape the scourge of war.

Source: https://www.opinionnigeria.com/sudan-urging-burhan-and-dagalo-to-shield-their-swords-by-isaac-asabor/

Around 8,000 scammers and money mules were investigated here last year, and authorities are stepping up measures to counter the scourge.

Source: https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/joint-efforts-public-private-sectors-fight-rising-scam-cases-singapore-phishing-social-media-3192596?cid=cna_flip_070214

But in the wake of the Isle of Palms shooting, Mace has been urging her Republican colleagues to take action and do something concrete to address the scourge of gun violence.

Source: https://www.postandcourier.com/politics/once-bitter-rivals-rep-nancy-mace-and-annie-andrews-to-talk-gun-violence-prevention/article_8d6d1900-e2ba-11ed-a214-df441dc1270b.html

CASCADE will continue to appeal at both the national and international platforms for the need to come together and recognise Anti-Smuggling Day as a globally important date and chart an effective course of action in tackling this socio-economic scourge.

Source: https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/opinion/strengthening-the-fight-to-curb-illicit-trade/article66557107.ece

Earlier, the First Lady of the host country, Zimbabwe, Dr Auxillia Mnanagagwa noted that the men and male child must be included as an important community to help eliminate the scourge totally.

Source: https://realnewsmagazine.net/oluremi-tinubu-says-nigeria-more-committed-to-wiping-out-hiv-aids/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=oluremi-tinubu-says-nigeria-more-committed-to-wiping-out-hiv-aids

Ethnic and religious apartheid is the scourge of the Muslim Middle East.

Source: https://www.algemeiner.com/2023/08/27/muslim-antisemitism-and-the-real-apartheid/

His unwavering commitment to eliminating the scourge of bioterrorism from the globe is what drives him to heroically pursue evildoers, kill his friends' wives, and punch boulders.

Source: https://screenrant.com/resident-evil-games-best-characters/

Humza Yousaf’s first Programme for Government focused on tackling the “scourge of poverty” – which is of course what his administration should be prioritising.

Source: https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/opinion/columnists/scotland-is-held-back-by-two-failing-governments-ian-murray-4283065

International Day for the Elimination of Violence against WomenPresidency of the Republic called for joining efforts to end this scourge.

Source: https://andina.pe/agencia/noticia-peru-presidency-calls-for-joining-efforts-to-eliminate-violence-against-women-964300.aspx

“I urge the international community to strengthen their efforts to combat the scourge of terrorism, and to bring the perpetrators to justice,” Korosi said.

Source: https://www.canindia.com/un-leaders-security-council-condemn-pak-suicide-attack-call-for-action-against-terrorism-4/

I’ve learned, and am still learning, about the scourge of domestic violence, and I’ve tried to highlight it.

Source: https://www.impartialreporter.com/news/23883276.final-column---last-plea-people-listen/?ref=rss

I would gladly give my life to save my poor children from this ghastly scourge.”

Source: https://www.ncregister.com/blog/st-pius-x-the-pope-of-the-eucharist

Maybe when we’ve got that scourge under control, we’ll take on rapes and murders…

Source: https://patriotpost.us/articles/96284-another-nyc-hijacking-the-2024-election-2023-04-06

Mr. President, listen to your State Department, which said in 2022 the IHRA definition of antisemitism is “integral to the fight to eliminate this scourge.

Source: https://www.jns.org/jns/topic/23/5/24/290442/

Now, some may see inflatables as a scourge, a tacky way for busy households to decorate for the holidays with minimal effort and storage space required.

Source: https://www.arlnow.com/2023/12/11/morning-poll-keep-inflatable-decorations-running-24-7/

Once considered as an almost miraculous alchemic material, created in industrial laboratories, it is a scourge that has become integrated deeply into our way of life, rather like a cancer.

Source: https://timesofmalta.com/articles/view/phenomenon-transportation-rituals.1023875

'Our district is one of the safest areas in the country, and yet we too are repeatedly afflicted with the scourge of mass shootings.'

Source: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12439643/California-Cooks-corner-biker-bar-mass-shooting-Trabuco-Canyon.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490

The Act represents the most significant advancement made by the Government to tackle the scourge of crime and gun-related violence in the society.

Source: https://jis.gov.jm/firearms-act-to-be-amended/