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UK//ˈtreɪtə//US//ˈtreɪtər//

Meaning of Traitors

Individuals who betray trust or allegiance to a group or person.

In simple words: People who are not loyal and betray others.

Traitors in a sentence

  • He was branded a traitor for revealing the group's plans.
  • The regime punished traitors severely to discourage disloyalty.
  • Many people considered her a traitor for changing political sides.
  • Traitors often face social and legal consequences for their actions.
  • He felt like a traitor after betraying his best friend.

How to use Traitors

Use 'traitor' in both formal and informal contexts to describe someone disloyal. It’s rarely used playfully.

Grammar pattern

traitor + noun

Memory hint

Think of 'trade' - if you trade loyalty for betrayal, you're a traitor.

Related words

Collocations with Traitors

  • traitors to the cause
  • accused of being a traitor
  • label someone a traitor
  • betrayal by traitors
  • traitors in the ranks

Synonyms for Traitors

  • betrayer
  • turncoat
  • defector
  • backstabber
  • double-crosser

Opposites of Traitors

  • loyalists
  • faithful
  • supporters

Common mistakes with Traitors

  • Confused with 'treaters' or 'traitor' as a verb.
  • Using 'traitors' to describe mere disagreements.
  • Overusing for non-disloyal actions.

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Frequently asked questions about Traitors

What does Traitors mean?

People who are not loyal and betray others.

What is the definition of Traitors?

Individuals who betray trust or allegiance to a group or person.

How do you use Traitors in a sentence?

He was branded a traitor for revealing the group's plans.

Can you give another example of Traitors?

The regime punished traitors severely to discourage disloyalty.

What are synonyms for Traitors?

Common alternatives include betrayer, turncoat, defector, backstabber, double-crosser.

What is the opposite of Traitors?

Opposite meanings include loyalists, faithful, supporters.

What words go with Traitors?

It commonly pairs with traitors to the cause, accused of being a traitor, label someone a traitor, betrayal by traitors, traitors in the ranks.

What are common mistakes when using Traitors?

Confused with 'treaters' or 'traitor' as a verb. Using 'traitors' to describe mere disagreements. Overusing for non-disloyal actions.

How do you pronounce Traitors?

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

When should I use Traitors?

Use 'traitor' in both formal and informal contexts to describe someone disloyal. It’s rarely used playfully.