|
| nem·e·sis [ némməssiss ] (plural nem·e·ses [ némmə sz ]) |
noun |
|
| Definition: |
| |
1. unbeatable opponent: a bitter enemy, especially one who seems unbeatable
|
2. source of harm: a source of harm or ruin
  Chocolate chip cookies are my real nemesis.
|
3. deserved punishment: punishment that is deserved, especially when it results in somebody's downfall
|
4. avenger: a person or force that inflicts punishment or revenge
|
| [Late 16th century. < Greek, "Nemesis, righteous indignation" < nemein "distribute what is due"] |
