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betray
verbgeneral usecommon/tɾai̯ɾ/trai·r
Definitions
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To commit treachery; to deceive or be unfaithful to someone.
Usage examples
“He decided to betray her trust.”
“The betrayal was unexpected.”
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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.”