GRE Word List

PITFALL

trap

The meaning of the word pitfall is trap.

Random words

WordMeaning
onomatopoeiathe naming of a thing or action by a vocal imitation of the sound associated with it (such as buzz, hiss)
shacklesomething (such as a manacle or fetter) that confines the legs or arms
carriondead and putrefying flesh
tautologicalinvolving or containing rhetorical tautology : redundant
unkemptnot combed
magnatea person of rank, power, influence, or distinction often in a specified area
autonomoushaving the right or power of self-government
stodgyhaving a rich filling quality : heavy
dutifulfilled with or motivated by a sense of duty
meandera winding path or course