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 |
|---|---|
| dislodge | to drive from a position of hiding, defense, or advantage |
| adore | to worship or honor as a deity or as divine |
| temper | heat of mind or emotion : proneness to anger : passion |
| infirmity | the quality or state of being infirm |
| charlatan | quack |
| misdemeanor | a crime less serious than a felony (see felony |
| cistern | an artificial reservoir (such as an underground tank) for storing liquids and especially water (such as rainwater) |
| convivial | relating to, occupied with, or fond of feasting, drinking, and good company |
| brochure | pamphlet |
| chaste | innocent of unlawful sexual intercourse |