betrayer
Betrayer (noun) means a person who betrays someone, or who gives away secrets to those who shouldn't have them; an informer. Example: “The film centers on a wartime betrayer who sold out his own resistance cell.”
How to use betrayer
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who breaks trust by betraying another person.
Word forms
betrayers plural
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The film centers on a wartime _____ who sold out his own resistance cell.
Etymology
Simply betray plus the agent suffix -er, "one who does" — the same pattern as "teacher" from "teach."
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What does “betrayer” mean?
The word “betrayer” means a person who betrays someone, or who gives away secrets to those who shouldn't have them; an informer. In plain terms, someone who breaks trust by betraying another person.
How do you use “betrayer” in a sentence?
Here is “betrayer” used in a sentence: “The film centers on a wartime betrayer who sold out his own resistance cell.”
What is the opposite of “betrayer”?
The opposite of “betrayer” — its antonyms — are backstabbee, betrayee and loyalist.
What part of speech is “betrayer”?
“Betrayer” is a noun.