What does PURGE mean?

Purge

Part of Speech: verb, noun

Definition:

• Verb: to rid of whatever is impure or undesirable; to cleanse or purify.
• Noun: an act or instance of purging; a purification or cleansing.

Pronunciations:

• US: /pərdʒ/
• UK: /pəːdʒ/

Origin and Usage:

The word "purge" comes from the Latin word "purgare," which means to cleanse or purify. It has been used in English since the 14th century. "Purge" is commonly used in the context of getting rid of something undesirable or impure, such as toxins from the body or corrupt officials from government.

Synonyms:

• cleanse
• eliminate
• rid
• remove
• expunge

Related Words:

• clean
• erase
• flush
• purse
• swipe

Example Sentences:

• The doctor recommended a juice cleanse to purge the toxins from her body.
• The company decided to purge all outdated files from their database.
• He felt a sense of relief after the purge of corrupt officials from the government.
• The purge of the political opposition was met with widespread protests.