GRE Word List

PITFALL

trap

The meaning of the word pitfall is trap.

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WordMeaning
inductto put in formal possession (as of a benefice or office) : install
contusioninjury to tissue usually without laceration : bruise
mergerthe absorption of an estate, a contract, or an interest in another, of a minor offense in a greater, or of a cause of action into a judgment
rumbleto make a low heavy rolling sound
suffuseto spread over or through in the manner of fluid or light : flush
subtletythe quality or state of being subtle
sarcasma sharp and often satirical or ironic utterance designed to cut or give pain
igniteto set afire
inquisitorone who inquires or makes inquisition
guisea form or style of dress : costume