Traitor

usgb/ˈtreɪtər/
noun

A person who is not loyal or stops being loyal to their own country, friends, or beliefs.

He was considered a traitor when he gave the enemies information about his country.
Visual representation of "traitor" - A person who is not loyal or stops being loyal to their own country, friends, or beliefs.

Often appears as...

  • political traitor
  • commit treason

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Disapproving

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Grave Accusation

Calling someone a traitor is very serious and can offend or anger.

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They branded him a traitor, creating a wave of public fury.
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Historical Context

In history, traitors are often executed or exiled, showing its severity.

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Famous traitors in history faced grave consequences for their actions.
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Legal Term

In law, 'traitor' may relate to 'treason', a criminal act against one's country.

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The court tried the accused as a traitor under the charge of treason.
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