GRE Word List

PITFALL

trap

The meaning of the word pitfall is trap.

Random words

WordMeaning
nectarthe drink of the Greek and Roman gods
elopeto run away secretly with the intention of getting married usually without parental consent
courtthe residence or establishment of a sovereign or similar dignitary
entreethe act or manner of entering : entrance
sirenany of a group of female and partly human creatures in Greek mythology that lured mariners to destruction by their singing
outragean act of violence or brutality
bucolicof or relating to shepherds or herdsmen : pastoral
sledgesledgehammer
nomenclaturename
memoiran official note or report : memorandum