nemesis
/ˈnɛməsɪs/ · noun
Meaning
- An archenemy
- (chiefly non-North American usage) A person or character who specifically brings about the downfall of another person or character.
- The principle of retributive justice.
- (usually in the singular) A punishment or defeat that is deserved and cannot be avoided.
- The polar opposite of a character.
- A righteous infliction of retribution manifested by an appropriate agent.
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