GRE Word List

PITFALL

trap

The meaning of the word pitfall is trap.

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WordMeaning
pejorativea word or phrase that has negative connotations (see connotation
penitentfeeling or expressing humble or regretful pain or sorrow for sins or offenses : repentant
rabblea disorganized or confused collection of things
stinkto emit a strong offensive odor
onusburden
denounceto pronounce especially publicly to be blameworthy or evil
raila bar extending from one post or support to another and serving as a guard or barrier
allayto subdue or reduce in intensity or severity : alleviate
rallyto muster for a common purpose
corollarya proposition (see proposition