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treacherous

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈtrɛtʃərəs/ · UK /ˈtretʃərəs/

treacherous means: Dangerous because conditions can change suddenly or seem safer than they really are.

adjective

HIDDEN DANGERC1

Dangerous because conditions can change suddenly or seem safer than they really are.

  • The icy road was treacherous.
  • They crossed the mountain in treacherous weather.
  • Strong currents make these waters treacherous for small boats.

Similar words: dangerous, unsafe, perilous

Opposites: safe

Common phrases: treacherous road, treacherous conditions, treacherous waters

BETRAYING TRUSTC1

Acting against someone who trusts you, often secretly to help yourself or their enemy.

  • The king discovered a treacherous plot.
  • Her treacherous actions put the whole group in danger.
  • They refused to forgive their treacherous former ally.

Similar words: disloyal, traitorous

Opposites: loyal

Common phrases: treacherous act, treacherous ally, treacherous plot, treacherous friend

Questions about treacherous

What does treacherous mean?

Dangerous because conditions can change suddenly or seem safer than they really are.

What is treacherous in other languages?

Türkçe: tehlikeli · Español: peligroso · Français: dangereux · Deutsch: gefährlich · Italiano: pericoloso · 日本語: 危険な

How do you pronounce treacherous?

In American English /ˈtrɛtʃərəs/; in British English /ˈtretʃərəs/.

How do you use treacherous in a sentence?

The icy road was treacherous. They crossed the mountain in treacherous weather.

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