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
decelerateto reduce the speed of : slow down
stealtha cautious, unobtrusive, and secretive way of moving or proceeding intended to avoid detection
cessiona yielding to another : concession
facilitateto make easier : help bring about
loiterto delay an activity with idle stops and pauses : dawdle
rampantrearing upon the hind legs with forelegs extended
dishonorlack or loss of honor or reputation
jaunta usually short journey or excursion undertaken especially for pleasure
animusa usually prejudiced and often spiteful or malevolent ill will
haplesshaving no luck : unfortunate