nemesis

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Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

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Definition

  1. noun (Greek mythology) the goddess of divine retribution and vengeance
  2. noun something causing misery or death

Etymology

From the Greek goddess of retribution Nemesis (Ancient Greek Νέμεσις (Némesis)).

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