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 |
|---|---|
| wisp | a small handful (as of hay or straw) |
| strew | to spread by scattering |
| discredit | to refuse to accept as true or accurate : disbelieve |
| attrition | sorrow for one's sins that arises from a motive other than that of the love of God |
| elaboration | planned or carried out with great care |
| irascible | marked by hot temper and easily provoked anger |
| vex | to bring trouble, distress, or agitation to |
| insolence | the quality or state of being insolent |
| unravel | to disengage or separate the threads of : disentangle |
| chauvinist | an attitude of superiority toward members of the opposite sex |