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traitor

/ˈtɹeɪtə(ɹ)/

Meanings
  • noun

    A person who betrays another person or country by giving vital information to the enemy.

    - "Susan was a traitor and gave vital information to the enemy during wartime."
    - "The traitor was caught before causing any significant damage."
  • noun

    A person who acts in a deceitful or disloyal manner, especially a trustee, manager, or officer who has a position of responsibility and exploits it for personal gain.

    - "The CEO was a traitor and embezzled company funds."
    - "The employee was a traitor and stole confidential information."

Pronunciation
  1. /ˈtɹeɪtɚ/



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Synonyms

betrayer , fink
Rhymes
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creator , innocentator , exaggerator
Variants
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traitor , traitors , turn traitor
Etymology
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The word 'traitor' comes from the Latin word 'traditor,' meaning 'one who delivers or hands over.'


Trivia
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  1. The term 'traitor' has been used in various contexts throughout history, including religious and political contexts.

  2. In some cultures, traitors were punished with death or other severe penalties.

  3. Some famous traitors include Benedict Arnold, who attempted to betray the American Revolution, and Brutus, who betrayed Julius Caesar.


Related Concepts
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  1. betrayal: The act of betraying someone or something, often resulting in harm or damage.

  2. treason: The crime of betraying one's country by attempting to kill the sovereign or overthrow the government.


Culture
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The concept of a traitor has been a common theme in literature, art, and history. Traitors are often depicted as villains, and their actions can lead to significant consequences, both personally and for the greater good. Traitors have been portrayed in various forms, from those who betray for personal gain to those who betray their country or cause out of conviction.

How to Memorize "traitor"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a person with a knife in their back, representing betrayal and the concept of a traitor.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'traitor' with the idea of deceit and disloyalty.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic using the word 'T-R-A-I-T-O-R,' where each letter represents 'Traitorous, Reckless, Acts Injurious To Our Republic.'


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