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
jadedfatigued by overwork : exhausted
kindleto start (a fire) burning : light
composurea calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession
paraphernaliathe separate real or personal property of a married woman that she can dispose of by will and sometimes according to common law during her life
antecedeprecede
belateddelayed beyond the usual time
rebuketo criticize sharply : reprimand
demeritoffense
propensityan often intense natural inclination or preference
hereafterafter this in sequence or in time