GRE Word List
NEMESIS
the Greek goddess of retributive justice
The meaning of the word nemesis is the Greek goddess of retributive justice.
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| tarnish | to dull or destroy the luster of by or as if by air, dust, or dirt : soil |
| groom | bridegroom |
| acclaim | applaud |
| clemency | disposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due |
| gravity | dignity or sobriety of bearing |
| tenant | one who has the occupation or temporary possession of lands or tenements of another |
| wary | marked by keen caution, cunning, and watchfulness especially in detecting and escaping danger |
| glare | to shine with a harsh uncomfortably brilliant light |
| trunk | the main stem of a tree apart from limbs and roots |
| martinet | a strict disciplinarian |