traitorous
4 synonyms and 1 antonym for traitorous, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Disloyal; guilty of or resembling betrayal.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use traitorous
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
traitorous act
traitorous behaviour
Etymology
From Old French traitros, related to traïtor ("traitor").
Full origin of traitorous →Frequently asked questions
What does “traitorous” mean?
The word “traitorous” means disloyal; guilty of or resembling betrayal. In plain terms, behaving like a traitor; disloyal to the point of betrayal.
How do you pronounce “traitorous”?
“Traitorous” is pronounced TRAY-tuh-ruhs (/ˈtɹeɪtəɹəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “traitorous” in a sentence?
Here is “traitorous” used in a sentence: “His traitorous act cost him the trust of his closest friends.”
What part of speech is “traitorous”?
“Traitorous” is an adjective.
Where does the word “traitorous” come from?
The word “traitorous” comes from Old French. From Old French traitros, related to traïtor ("traitor").
How many meanings does “traitorous” have?
“Traitorous” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: disloyal; guilty of or resembling betrayal.
