as in treachery
the act or fact of violating the trust or confidence of another
the terrible betrayal of having her best friend reveal her confidences to others
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Recent Examples of betrayal
Still, to some New Yorkers, the security restrictions appeared to be a betrayal of Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s broader agenda, which included improving access to public spaces and limiting how the NYPD polices major events.
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ABC News, 10 June 2026
Over-the-top doesn’t begin to describe Alice’s feelings of betrayal or her escalating attempts to break up the couple and punish Steve for his betrayal, which is precisely what drew Walker to the project.
—Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2026
Following the conclusion of the three-part reunion, a teaser for the special aired, showing the cast discussing the implications of Amanda Batula and Westling Wilson’s betrayal.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 9 June 2026
In an article coming tomorrow, Clint Smith explores the betrayal of Black military officers, calling out the forces of reaction for misunderstanding the nature of patriotism.
—The Atlantic, 8 June 2026
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ABC News, 10 June 2026
Over-the-top doesn’t begin to describe Alice’s feelings of betrayal or her escalating attempts to break up the couple and punish Steve for his betrayal, which is precisely what drew Walker to the project.
—Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2026
Following the conclusion of the three-part reunion, a teaser for the special aired, showing the cast discussing the implications of Amanda Batula and Westling Wilson’s betrayal.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 9 June 2026
In an article coming tomorrow, Clint Smith explores the betrayal of Black military officers, calling out the forces of reaction for misunderstanding the nature of patriotism.
—The Atlantic, 8 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for betrayal
Noun
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Peacock’s adventures in treachery The Traitors was the top dog, scoring five prizes including Best Competition Series and Best Host for Alan Cumming.—
Erik Pedersen,
Deadline,
3 June 2026
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Upon learning of Ava’s treachery, Deborah HOWLS.—
Jessica M. Goldstein,
Vulture,
1 May 2026
Noun
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To punish rebels for their treason, Parliament passed the Restraining Act of 1775, banning New Englanders from fishing on the Atlantic Ocean.—
Christopher Magra,
The Conversation,
2 June 2026
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Avital was generating support for her husband, who had been arrested a year before and charged with treason, and other Soviet dissidents.—
Michael Arkush,
Twin Cities,
26 May 2026
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“Betrayal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/betrayal. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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