GRE Word List

PITFALL

trap

The meaning of the word pitfall is trap.

Random words

WordMeaning
fugitiverunning away or intending flight
indolentaverse to activity, effort, or movement : habitually lazy
virtualbeing such in essence or effect though not formally recognized or admitted
pendingduring
refuteto prove wrong by argument or evidence : show to be false or erroneous
invoketo petition for help or support
hinterlandsa region lying inland from a coast
auxiliaryoffering or providing help
fettera chain or shackle for the feet
eddya current of water or air running contrary to the main current