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
expiateto make amends for
hypocriticalcharacterized by behavior that contradicts what one claims to believe or feel : characterized by hypocrisy
dissipateto break up and drive off
fugitiverunning away or intending flight
missilecapable of being thrown or projected to strike a distant object
coincorner
stanchto check or stop the flowing of
sarcasma sharp and often satirical or ironic utterance designed to cut or give pain
ricketyaffected with rickets
eulogya commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased