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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WordMeaning
hideto put out of sight : secrete
reparteea quick and witty reply
censora person who supervises conduct and morals: such as
pastrya dough that is used to make pies and other baked goods and typically has a high fat content : paste
presumptuousoverstepping due bounds (as of propriety or courtesy) : taking liberties
subordinateplaced in or occupying a lower class, rank, or position : inferior
filingan act or instance of using a file
serratednotched or toothed on the edge
precepta command or principle intended especially as a general rule of action
vegetateto lead a passive existence without exertion of body or mind