traitor — a person who betrays their country, friends, or principles
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person who betrays their country, friends, or principles
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈtreɪtər/
Example Sentences
- The spy turned out to be a double traitor, betraying both sides.
- My diet called me a traitor when I ate that chocolate cake.
- Benedict Arnold became America's most famous traitor during the Revolutionary War.
traitor
NOUN[/ˈtreɪtər/]
a person who betrays their country, friends, or principles
The traitor secretly hands enemy plans through the castle gate at midnight.
The waiter spots the traitor, dishes scatter like a crater!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'tradere' meaning 'to hand over' or 'to deliver.' Originally neutral, it evolved to specifically mean someone who hands over secrets or loyalty to enemies.
Breakdown
tra- (across/over) + -dere (to give) → literally 'one who gives across to the other side'
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The spy turned out to be a double traitor, betraying both sides.”
“My diet called me a traitor when I ate that chocolate cake.”
“Benedict Arnold became America's most famous traitor during the Revolutionary War.”
“She felt like a traitor for switching to her rival company's coffee brand.”
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