nemesis
nounHow many syllables in nemesis?
There are 3 syllables in the word nemesis.How to pronounce nemesis:
Definition of nemesis:
- nemesis (noun):
- something causing misery or death.
- a means of retribution or vengeance
- the greek goddess of retributive justice
Synonyms for nemesis:
affliction
avenger
bane
chastiser
curse
destiny
destruction
fate
punisher
retribution
revenger
scourge
vengeance
vigilante
Antonyms for nemesis:
advantage
aid
asset
associate
benediction
benefit
benison
blessing
bonanza
bonus
boon
delight
favor
favour
felicity
gain
gift
gift from the gods
gift from the heavens
godsend
good
good thing
happiness
help
luck
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