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bewrayed


Meanings
  • Verb

    Betrayed means to have been deceived or disloyalty shown to someone; to have been tricked or given false information.

    - "He was betrayed by his best friend."
    - "The spy was betrayed by his own team."
    - "She felt betrayed when he didn't keep his promise."

Rhymes
Words rhyming with bewrayed
betrayed , swayed , played , parlayed , bayed , bayed , stayed , weighted , delayed , veiled
Variants
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bewray , bewrayed , bewraying , bewrays
Etymology
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The word 'bewrayed' comes from the Old French word 'bevraier,' meaning 'betrayer.' It is related to the Old French word 'bevrer,' meaning 'to drink,' as one might 'drink in' false information or trust.


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  1. The term 'betrayal' is derived from the Old French word 'betraire,' meaning 'to betray.'

  2. In some cultures, betraying a friend or loved one is considered a grave sin.

  3. Betrayal is a common theme in many works of literature, including novels, plays, and poetry.


Related Concepts
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  1. Betrayal: The act of betraying someone or something, often involving a breach of trust.

  2. Deception: The act of deceiving or misleading someone through false information or actions.


Culture
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The word 'bewrayed' has been used extensively in literature, particularly in works dealing with themes of trust and betrayal. One famous example is Shakespeare's 'Julius Caesar,' in which Brutus betrays Caesar, leading to his assassination.

How to Memorize "bewrayed"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a friend shaking your trust, revealing a hidden agenda.
    - Visualize a double agent, secretly working against their own team.
    - Imagine a broken promise, leaving you feeling hurt and betrayed.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word with a broken heart or shattered trust.
    - Think of the word as synonymous with deceit or treachery.
    - Associate the word with a betrayer or traitor.

  3. mnemonics

    - Beware of 'Bewrayed': Betrayers are often 'R'ayed, revealing their true intentions.
    - Betrayed: Brought to an End, Trust And Loyalty Destroyed.


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