GRE Word List

PITFALL

trap

The meaning of the word pitfall is trap.

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WordMeaning
mosaica surface decoration made by inlaying small pieces of variously colored material to form pictures or patterns
extemporaneouscomposed, performed, or uttered on the spur of the moment : impromptu
nauticalof, relating to, or associated with seamen, navigation, or ships
randoma haphazard course
swellto expand (as in size, volume, or numbers) gradually beyond a normal or original limit
skiffany of various small boats
rankleto cause anger, irritation, or deep bitterness
hypercriticalmeticulously or excessively critical
winsomegenerally pleasing and engaging often because of a childlike charm and innocence
illusivebased on or producing illusion : illusory