English Explanatory Dictionary

betrayer

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Someone who betrays, or reveals confidential information; a squealer or informer.

Word forms

betrayer betrayers

Etymology

From betray + -er.

Synonyms

backstabber double-crosser rat traitor two-timer betrayer quisling ratter recreant renegade serpent snake snake in the grass swike treacher treacherer treasonist turntippet withersake wolf in sheep's clothing

Antonyms

backstabbee betrayee loyalist

Related words

practisant betray
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