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treason

Definition

  • noun: the crime of trying to overthrow your country's government or of helping your country's enemies during war
  • noun: the betrayal of a trust
  • synonyms: treachery, disloyalty, perfidy

Examples

  • The conspirators were hanged for 'high treason'.

  • He is guilty of 'treason'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) - WOMAN: Pull! (EXHALES) Pull! Count Odo has been executed, by my order, for disloyalty and high treason. He deceived me, even though I trusted and rewarded him. And for such deception and treachery, there can only ever be one punishment. Your Grace will now be entrusted (..)
    2016 TvShow: Vikings Title: Portage Season: 4 Episode 8