verb · Easy SAT word

    Gouge

    dig or poke out; force with the thumb

    Gouge in a sentence

    He used a chisel to gouge intricate designs into the wooden surface.

    Synonyms for gouge

    • scrape
    • carve
    • scoop

    Antonyms for gouge

    • fill
    • smooth
    • repair

    Practice gouge on real SAT questions

    Vocabulary like gouge appears on the Digital SAT in Words-in-Context questions, where you choose the word that fits a passage's meaning and tone. You can also drill this word with vocabulary flashcards.

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