TREACHERIES Synonyms: 31 Similar and Opposite Words

treacheries

noun

plural of treachery

as in betrayals

the act or fact of violating the trust or confidence of another was furious that she revealed his secret and never forgave her for the treachery

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betrayals

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This year, spooky season might feel legitimately haunted by the ghosts of hurts, betrayals, and resentments past.

— Steph Koyfman, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Sep. 2026
Starring and executive produced by Saldaña and Nicole Kidman, Season 3 of Lioness sees hidden networks, foreign operatives and personal betrayals collide.

— Glenn Garner, Deadline, 27 Sep. 2026

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