nemesis — a long-standing rival; an arch-enemy
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a long-standing rival; an arch-enemy
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈneməsɪs/
Korean meaning: 숙적, 천적, 불구대천의 원수
Korean pronunciation: **네**머시스
Example Sentences
- Every superhero needs a good nemesis to make the story interesting.
- Procrastination has become the nemesis of many students.
- The detective finally caught his nemesis after 20 years of pursuit.
nemesis
NOUN//ˈneməsɪs//
a long-standing rival; an arch-enemy
A knight faces his nemesis in an epic sword duel
At the genesis of creation, my nemesis puts emphasis!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek 'nemesis', derived from the root 'nemein' meaning 'to distribute' or 'to allot'. In Greek mythology, Nemesis was the goddess of retribution and divine justice who punished hubris and excessive fortune.
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📝Examples
“Every superhero needs a good nemesis to make the story interesting.”
“Procrastination has become the nemesis of many students.”
“The detective finally caught his nemesis after 20 years of pursuit.”
“My nemesis in the office always steals my lunch from the fridge.”
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