Bogey and Plague

Bogey

Bogey noun - Something or someone that causes fear or dread especially without reason.
Usage example: math and math tests have long been bogeys for many students
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Plague and bogey are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Plague" instead a noun "Bogey".

Plague

Plague noun - A widespread disease resulting in a high rate of death.

Bogey and plague are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Bogey" instead a noun "Plague".

Nearby Words: plagued, plaguing
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