betray


Definition: Meaning of, betray in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / bɪˈtreɪ /

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Word Forms:
Prsesent Past Past Participle
betray betrayed betrayed
Present Participle Third Person Singular
betraying betrays
[transitive]
  1. friends to be disloyal to someone who trusts you so that they are harmed or upset
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  2. country to be disloyal to your country, company etc, for example by giving secret information to its enemies
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  3. emotions [not in progressive or passive] to show feelings that you are trying to hide [=  give away]
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  4. truth to show that something is true or exists, especially when it is not easily noticed [=  give away]
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  5. betray your beliefs/principles/ideals etc to stop supporting your old beliefs and principles, especially in order to get power or avoid trouble
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