B1noun5K

UK//ˈtreɪtə//US//ˈtreɪtər//

Meaning of Traitor

A person who betrays a trust or allegiance.

In simple words: A person who is not loyal and betrays their country or friends.

Traitor in a sentence

  • He was labeled a traitor after he revealed state secrets.
  • Many in the village considered her a traitor for collaborating with the invaders.
  • The traitor was arrested and tried for treason.
  • She felt like a traitor for leaving her friends behind.
  • A traitor to the cause will face harsh consequences.

How to use Traitor

The word is usually used in formal or serious contexts, often referring to betrayal of a country, government, or close relationships.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a traitor as someone who 'trades' loyalty for betrayal.

Related words

Collocations with Traitor

  • traitor to one's country
  • traitor to the cause
  • accused of being a traitor

Synonyms for Traitor

  • betrayer
  • defector
  • turncoat
  • double agent
  • renegade

Opposites of Traitor

  • patriot
  • loyalist

Common mistakes with Traitor

  • Confused with 'betrayer' - 'traitor' applies more to those betraying a country or system.
  • Misused as a verb - 'traitor' is only a noun.
  • Spelling errors - often mistaken as 'traider'.

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Frequently asked questions about Traitor

What does Traitor mean?

A person who is not loyal and betrays their country or friends.

What is the definition of Traitor?

A person who betrays a trust or allegiance.

How do you use Traitor in a sentence?

He was labeled a traitor after he revealed state secrets.

Can you give another example of Traitor?

Many in the village considered her a traitor for collaborating with the invaders.

What are synonyms for Traitor?

Common alternatives include betrayer, defector, turncoat, double agent, renegade.

What is the opposite of Traitor?

Opposite meanings include patriot, loyalist.

What words go with Traitor?

It commonly pairs with traitor to one's country, traitor to the cause, accused of being a traitor.

What are common mistakes when using Traitor?

Confused with 'betrayer' - 'traitor' applies more to those betraying a country or system. Misused as a verb - 'traitor' is only a noun. Spelling errors - often mistaken as 'traider'.

How do you pronounce Traitor?

US: //ˈtreɪtər//, UK: //ˈtreɪtə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Traitor?

The word is usually used in formal or serious contexts, often referring to betrayal of a country, government, or close relationships.

What CEFR level is Traitor?

"Traitor" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.