nemesis
/ˈnɛməsɪs/noun
Middle School
1
An enemy, especially an archenemy.
2
A person or character who specifically brings about the downfall of another person or character, as an agent of that character's fate or destiny, especially within a narrative.
3
The personification of the "fatal flaw" of a dramatic hero in the style of Greek tragedy.
4
Polar opposite, especially of a literary character.
5
The principle of retributive justice.
6
A punishment or defeat that is deserved and cannot be avoided; (an instance of) retribution.
Sound Patterns & Rhymes
Alliteration
Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)
Assonance
Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing