Meaning of the word betray in English

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betray

US /bɪˈtreɪ/

UK /bɪˈtreɪ/

to reveal (information) unintentionally or by disloyalty

Example:

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His nervous laughter betrayed his true feelings.

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He betrayed the secret location of the hideout.

Synonym:

reveal expose divulge disclose uncover

to be disloyal to (one's country, a person, or an organization) by disclosing secrets or otherwise aiding an enemy

Example:

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He was accused of betraying his country.

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She felt betrayed by her closest friend.

Synonym:

deceive double-cross stab in the back sell out desert

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