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betray Synonyms
Another word for betray
Choosing another word for betray depends on context, so the 20 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• 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 double-cross his closest friends even when pressured by the authorities."
Strongest
double-cross
sell out
backstab
Strong
turn on
deceive
forsake
abandon
let down
• 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 give away the identity of her confidential source."
Strongest
give away
divulge
reveal
Strong
disclose
expose
leak
uncover
• 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
give away
reveal
Strong
manifest
evince
show
indicate
bespeak
Opposites of betray
The opposite of betray shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
conceal
stand by
mask
disguise
defend
hide
protect
safeguard
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Betray. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/betray