Treacherous
Pronunciation: /ˈtrɛtʃərəs/
Treacherous (adjective)
- Something that seems safe but can cause harm or danger unexpectedly.
- A person who cannot be trusted and may betray others.
Examples
- The treacherous path led many travelers astray.
- He was known as a treacherous ally in times of conflict.
Common collocations: treacherous terrain, treacherous waters, treacherous friend, treacherous behavior