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Word of the Day – Nemesism

By November 27, 2025Word of the Day

Nemesism (noun)

nem-uh-sizm

Frustration expressed as aggression turned inward against the self.

From Nemesis the Greek goddess of vengeance

Example sentences

“His own nemesism had caused him endless harm as he self destructed.”

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