Mishap and Pitfall

Mishap

Mishap noun - A chance and usually sudden event bringing loss or injury.

Pitfall and mishap are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Pitfall" instead a noun "Mishap".

Pitfall

Pitfall noun - A danger or difficulty that is hidden or not easily recognized.

Mishap and pitfall are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Mishap" instead a noun "Pitfall".

How words are described

usual usual mishap usual pitfall
common common mishap common pitfall
classic classic mishap classic pitfall
financial financial mishap financial pitfall
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