Definition
克星 (kè xīng) refers to a person or thing that is a natural nemesis — someone you can never beat, or a cure that is especially effective against a problem. The word combines 克 'to overcome' and 星 'star' (as in a notable force), metaphorically 'a subduing star'. It is commonly used for a tough opponent in competitions or for a specific antidote to a disease or difficulty.
n.
nemesisnatural enemy (a person or team that always defeats you)effective remedyspecific cure (for a disease or problem)
Examples
- 克星。Nà wèi yùndòngyuán shì wǒ zài bǐsài zhōng de kè xīng.That athlete is my nemesis in competitions.
- 克星，。Zhè zhǒng yào shì tóutòng de kè xīng, chī le hěn kuài jiù hǎo le.This medicine is a powerful remedy for headaches; it works quickly after taking it.
- ，克星。Zài wéiqí jiè, Xiǎo Lǐ shì wǒ de kè xīng.In the Go world, Xiao Li is my nemesis.
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