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betray Antonyms

Opposite of betray

Because the opposite of betray shifts with each meaning, the 11 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To be disloyal to or break faith with a person, organization, or country by aiding an enemy or violating a solemn trust.

Usage Example

"He refused to stand by his closest friends even when pressured by the authorities."

Strongest
stand by
defend
Strong
protect
support

• verb (Context 2)

To divulge or disclose a secret, confidence, or piece of private information in violation of trust.

Usage Example

"The journalist promised never to conceal the identity of her confidential source."

Strongest
conceal
Strong
hide
safeguard
keep

• verb (Context 3)

To unintentionally reveal or show a hidden emotion, quality, or fact.

Usage Example

"Although she spoke calmly, a slight tremor in her voice betrayed her nervousness."

Strongest
mask
disguise
Strong
conceal
suppress

Similar words to betray

Words similar to betray shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

double-cross
give away
reveal
sell out
divulge
backstab
disclose
turn on
See all synonyms of betray

• Nearby Words

bestselling
bet
beta
betray
betrayal
betrayer
betrothal

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Betray. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/betray
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