Betrayed: meaning, definitions and examples

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betrayed

[ bɪˈtreɪd ]

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feeling

To deliver someone or something to an enemy by treachery or disloyalty.

Synonyms

backstab, deceive, double-cross, sell out, treason

Examples of usage

He felt betrayed by his closest friend.
She betrayed her country by leaking classified information.
The spy betrayed his organization by revealing their secrets.

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trust

To be unfaithful or disloyal to a person's trust or confidence.

Synonyms

be disloyal, break faith, cheat, disappoint, let down

Examples of usage

She betrayed her partner by cheating on him.
He felt betrayed when his secrets were exposed.

Translations

Translations of the word "betrayed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 traído

🇮🇳 धोखा दिया हुआ

🇩🇪 verraten

🇮🇩 dikhianati

🇺🇦 зраджений

🇵🇱 zdradzony

🇯🇵 裏切られた

🇫🇷 trahi

🇪🇸 traicionado

🇹🇷 ihanete uğramış

🇰🇷 배신당한

🇸🇦 خيانة

🇨🇿 zrazený

🇸🇰 zradený

🇨🇳 被背叛的

🇸🇮 izdan

🇮🇸 svikinn

🇰🇿 сатқындыққа ұшыраған

🇬🇪 გაცრუებული

🇦🇿 xəyanətə uğramış

🇲🇽 traicionado

Word origin

The word 'betrayed' comes from the Old French word 'betraire', which means 'to betray'. The concept of betrayal has been a part of human history for centuries, often associated with themes of trust, loyalty, and deception. Whether in literature, politics, or personal relationships, the act of betrayal evokes strong emotions and consequences.