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 |
|---|---|
| ulterior | going beyond what is openly said or shown and especially what is proper |
| discompose | to destroy the composure of |
| uncouth | awkward and uncultivated in appearance, manner, or behavior : rude |
| devout | committed or devoted to religion or to religious duties or exercises |
| connivance | the act of conniving |
| brawny | muscular |
| pulmonary | of, relating to, affecting, or occurring in the lungs |
| renovate | to restore to a former better state (as by cleaning, repairing, or rebuilding) |
| reactionary | relating to, marked by, or favoring reaction |
| fledgling | a young bird just fledged (see fledge |