nemesis

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Definition: (noun) A source of harm or ruin.
Synonyms: bane, scourge, curse.
Usage: My doctor says I need to improve my diet immediately, but fast food, my great nemesis, tempts me every day during my commute home.
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  1. flagellate Definition: (verb) To whip or flog. Synonyms: scourge. Usage: The prisoner was flagellated for his recent escape attempt. Discuss

  2. assiduity Definition: (noun) Great and constant diligence and attention. Synonyms: concentration. Usage: Nell immediately applied herself with great assiduity to the decoration and preparation of the room. Discuss

  3. misadventure Definition: (noun) An instance of misfortune. Synonyms: mischance, mishap. Usage: D'Artagnan ran home immediately, and although it was three o'clock in the morning and he had some of the worst quarters of Paris to traverse, he met with no misadventure. Discuss

  4. precognition Definition: (noun) Knowledge of an event before it occurs. Synonyms: foreknowledge. Usage: Many envied Maya's ability to know the future, but she considered her precognition a burden and a curse. Discuss

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