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treacherous

1 of 1adjective
/ˈtrɛ.ʧɜ.rəs/
Forms:more treacherous,most treacherous
1

inclined to deceive or betray others for personal gain or advantage

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  • He proved to be treacherous when he leaked sensitive information to their competitors.
  • She was known for her treacherous nature, always looking out for her own interests at the expense of others.
  • The treacherous colleague sabotaged his coworkers' projects to climb the corporate ladder.
  • His treacherous actions left a trail of broken trust and damaged relationships.
  • They were shocked to discover the treacherous motives behind his seemingly kind gestures.
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2

posing a hidden or sudden threat

  • The hikers navigated the treacherous mountain path with caution.
  • Ice made the roads treacherous during the storm.
  • He crossed a treacherous river with the help of a guide.
  • Treacherous waves capsized several boats near the shore.
  • The political situation was treacherous and could change overnight.
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