GRE Word List

PITFALL

trap

The meaning of the word pitfall is trap.

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glitterto shine by reflection with many small flashes of brilliant light : sparkle
prepossessingcreating prejudice
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headlongheadfirst
lubricateto make smooth or slippery
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verbalizeto express something in words
tenantone who has the occupation or temporary possession of lands or tenements of another
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