nemesis

Meaning

Noun

• An archenemy
• A person or character who specifically brings about the downfall of another person or character.
• The principle of retributive justice.
• A punishment or defeat that is deserved and cannot be avoided.
• The polar opposite of a character.
• A righteous infliction of retribution manifested by an appropriate agent.

Origin

• From the Greek goddess of retribution Nemesis.