GRE Word List

PITFALL

trap

The meaning of the word pitfall is trap.

Random words

WordMeaning
agapewide open : gaping
slinkto go or move stealthily or furtively (as in fear or shame) : steal
manumitto release from slavery
abstainto choose not to do or have something : to refrain deliberately and often with an effort of self-denial from an action or practice
stampto pound or crush with a pestle or a heavy instrument
cynicalhaving or showing the attitude or temper of a cynic: such as
appriseto give notice to : tell
pedantone who is unimaginative or who unduly emphasizes minutiae in the presentation or use of knowledge
inroadan advance or penetration often at the expense of someone or something
sproutto grow, spring up, or come forth as or as if a sprout