treacherous
About Our Definitions: All forms of a word (noun, verb, etc.) are now displayed on one page.


treach·er·ous

adjective \ˈtre-chə-rəs, ˈtrech-rəs\

Definition of TREACHEROUS

1
: characterized by or manifesting treachery : perfidious
2
a : likely to betray trust : unreliable <a treacherous memory>
b : providing insecure footing or support <treacherous quicksand>
c : marked by hidden dangers, hazards, or perils
treach·er·ous·ly adverb
treach·er·ous·ness noun

Examples of TREACHEROUS

  1. a treacherous act of betrayal
  2. They were not prepared to hike over such treacherous terrain.
  3. The snow made their hike all the more treacherous.
  4. Discussions about money can lead couples into treacherous territory.

First Known Use of TREACHEROUS

14th century

Rhymes with TREACHEROUS

Browse

Next Word in the Dictionary: treachery
Previous Word in the Dictionary: trc
All Words Near: treacherous

Seen & Heard

What made you want to look up treacherous? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).

Name That Thing

Take Our 10-Question Quiz

#6: Flabbergast
: to overwhelm with shock,
surprise, or wonder
See All Top 25 Entries »
Get Our Free Apps
Voice Search, Favorites,
Word of the Day, and More
Join Us on FB & Twitter
Get the Word of the Day and More