traitor
Translation
traitor
Examples
He was called a traitor to his country.
He was called a traitor to his country.
She felt like a traitor for revealing the secret.
She felt like a traitor for revealing the secret.
Grammar Patterns
a traitor to ((sth./sb.)) He was considered a traitor to the cause.
Similar Words
Synonyms: betrayer, backstabber, turncoat; Antonyms: loyalist, patriot
Etymology
From Old French 'traitor', from Latin 'traditor' meaning 'one who delivers up', from 'tradere' (to hand over, deliver).
Memory Tips
A 'traitor' is someone who 'trades' secrets to the enemy.