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 |
|---|---|
| brackish | somewhat salty |
| vivid | very strong : very high in chroma |
| quixotic | foolishly impractical especially in the pursuit of ideals |
| withstand | to stand up against : oppose with firm determination |
| imprudent | not prudent : lacking discretion, wisdom, or good judgment |
| steep | lofty |
| faculty | ability |
| behoove | to be necessary, proper, or advantageous for |
| doom | a law or ordinance especially in Anglo-Saxon England |
| witless | destitute of wit or understanding : foolish |