nemesis

Definition

An enemy, especially an archenemy.

Etymology

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

Example Sentences

• "Batman is in constant conflict with his nemesis, The Joker."
• "The roofer stayed in touch, committed to the downfall of his nemesis, Mikey. One week after his initial phone call, we were on our way to raid Mikey's trite home armed with a federal search warrant. There were six of us."
• "They were different in many ways but what was it about opposites attracting... […] She was his opposite, but not his nemesis, and they worked well together. She hoped he liked working with her."