scathe (noun)

1. In the magical world of the fantasy novel, the evil sorcerer casts a scathe on the protagonist, causing him to lose his powers.

2. The blockbuster action movie features epic battle scenes where buildings collapse and scathe is inflicted upon the city.

3. When the clumsy waiter accidentally spills hot soup on the customer, he exclaims, 'Sorry for the scathe! I hope it didn't scorch your taste buds!'

4. In the futuristic dystopian society depicted in the science fiction novel, the oppressive regime carries out scathe on rebels who resist their rule.