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treacherous

adjective

/ˈtrɛtʃərəs/

Meaning

Dangerously unstable or deceptive; likely to betray trust.

The treacherous road made driving difficult.

treacherous waters

dangerous, perilous, unsafe, unreliable, deceitful

safe, trustworthy, reliable

treacherous path, treacherous waters, treacherous terrain

Extremely hungry; famished.

existing or available in large quantities; plentiful

Having little or no money; poor.

Related to or characteristic of the deep ocean, especially the zone below 4000 meters.

Causing harm or damage.

Relating to horse riding or horseback riders.