TREACHEROUS


Meaning of TREACHEROUS in English

adj.

Pronunciation: ' tre-ch ə -r ə s, ' trech-r ə s

Function: adjective

Date: 14th century

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

synonyms see FAITHLESS

– treach · er · ous · ly adverb

– treach · er · ous · ness noun

Merriam Webster Collegiate English Dictionary.      Merriam Webster - Энциклопедический словарь английского языка.