Search Dictionary
Definition of traitorous

traitorous

/ˈtreɪ.tər.əs/
trai · tor · ous
Adverb:traitorously
JUMP TO:

traitorous Lexical Profile

traitorous Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Relating to or characteristic of a traitor; guilty of or involving betrayal or treason.

Example

"The historical tribunal condemned the general's traitorous correspondence with rival powers."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for traitorous
Antonyms
View all antonyms for traitorous

• Rhymes for traitorous

• Nearby Words

traipse
trait
traitor
traitorous
traitorously
trajectory
tram

Word Origin & Etymology

Dating back to the 14th century, the word combines Middle English 'traitour' (from Old French 'traïtor' and Latin 'traditor', literally "one who hands over") with the adjective-forming suffix '-ous'.

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Traitorous. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/traitorous
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.