GRE Word List

PITFALL

trap

The meaning of the word pitfall is trap.

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WordMeaning
sprightlymarked by a gay lightness and vivacity : spirited
magnanimitythe quality of being magnanimous : loftiness of spirit enabling one to bear trouble calmly, to disdain meanness and pettiness, and to display a noble generosity
hedonista person who is devoted to the pursuit of pleasure : someone who practices hedonism
knavea tricky deceitful fellow
assentto agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur
braidto make from braids
somaticof, relating to, or affecting the body especially as distinguished from the germplasm
swathea band used in swathing
cumulativeincreasing by successive additions
comeuppancea deserved rebuke or penalty : deserts