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Nemesis , prop. n. [L., fr. Gr. Νέμεσις, orig., distribution, fr. νέμειν to distribute. See Nomad.] (Class. Myth.) The goddess of retribution or vengeance; hence, retributive justice personified; divine vengeance.1913 Webster
This is that ancient doctrine of nemesis who keeps watch in the universe, and lets no offense go unchastised.
Emerson.1913 Webster