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nemesis

/ˈnɛməsɪs/

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Examples :

"Batman is in constant conflict with his nemesis, The Joker."

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(chiefly non-North American usage) A person or character who specifically brings about the downfall of another person or character.

Examples :

"For years, the stubborn weeds in her garden had been her nemesis, constantly ruining her vegetable patch. "

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The principle of retributive justice.

Examples :

"After years of cheating on his taxes, the man finally faced his nemesis: an audit and steep penalties. "

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(usually in the singular) A punishment or defeat that is deserved and cannot be avoided.

Examples :

"After years of neglecting his health, a heart attack became the inevitable nemesis he had earned. "

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The polar opposite of a character.

Examples :

"For the diligent student who always completes homework, the classmate who never does any work is their nemesis. "

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A righteous infliction of retribution manifested by an appropriate agent.

Examples :

"After years of evading taxes, the wealthy businessman finally met his nemesis in the form of a meticulous and relentless IRS investigator. "

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