GRE Word List
NEMESIS
the Greek goddess of retributive justice
The meaning of the word nemesis is the Greek goddess of retributive justice.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ominous | being or exhibiting an omen : portentous |
| pantomime | pantomimist |
| grueling | trying or taxing to the point of exhaustion : punishing |
| fashion | the prevailing style (as in dress) during a particular time |
| furtive | done in a quiet and secretive way to avoid being noticed : surreptitious |
| subjugate | to bring under control and governance as a subject : conquer |
| euphony | pleasing or sweet sound |
| profane | to treat (something sacred) with abuse, irreverence, or contempt : desecrate |
| courier | messenger |
| expedite | to accelerate the process or progress of : speed up |