Scourge
01
鞭, むち
a type of whip or lash that is often used to punish or torture individuals
例
In ancient times, the Roman soldiers used a scourge to punish disobedient slaves.
古代には、ローマの兵士たちは不従順な奴隷を罰するために鞭を使いました。
02
災い, 惨害
a person who brings widespread suffering or devastation
例
Throughout history, dictators have often been regarded as scourges, responsible for immense human suffering and oppression.
歴史を通じて、独裁者はしばしば災いと見なされ、計り知れない人間の苦しみと抑圧の責任を負ってきました。
03
災い, 惨害
a cause of widespread suffering or affliction
例
The pandemic emerged as a global scourge, affecting millions of lives and overwhelming healthcare systems.
パンデミックは、何百万もの命に影響を与え、医療システムを圧倒する世界的な災いとして現れました。
to scourge
01
荒廃させる, 破壊する
to cause widespread destruction or devastation, often resulting in complete ruin
例
The hurricane scourged the coastal town, leaving behind a trail of destruction.
ハリケーンは沿岸の町を荒廃させ、破壊の跡を残した。
02
to strike with a whip or similar instrument
例
The captives were scourged as a warning to others.
03
to afflict or criticize harshly
例
Corruption scourged the city, leaving citizens frustrated.
