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betray

verbgeneral usecommon/tɾai̯ɾ/trai·r

Definitions

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1

To commit treachery; to deceive or be unfaithful to someone.

Usage examples

He decided to betray her trust.
The betrayal was unexpected.

Common combinations

betray trustbetray a friend
2

To cause harm to something or someone.

Usage examples

He betrayed his health with bad habits.
The betrayal of the country was severely punished.

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