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treason Synonyms

Another word for treason

Choosing another word for treason depends on context, so the 14 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The crime of betraying one's country or sovereign, especially by attempting to overthrow the government or aiding its enemies.

Usage Example

"The conspirators were arrested and put on trial for high treason after plotting against the state."

Strongest
high treason
Strong
sedition
subversion
mutiny
Weak
insurrection
rebellion

• noun (Context 2)

The action of betraying someone or something; a breach of faith, trust, or allegiance.

Usage Example

"Revealing her closest friend's private letters to the press felt like an unforgivable act of personal betrayal."

Strongest
betrayal
treachery
disloyalty
Strong
perfidy
duplicity
infidelity
double-dealing
faithlessness

Opposites of treason

The opposite of treason shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

loyalty
allegiance
faithfulness
patriotism
fidelity
devotion
fealty
constancy
See all opposites of treason

• Nearby Words

tread
treadmill
treadwheel
treason
treasonable
treasonably
treasonous

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Treason. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/treason
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