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Definition of Betrayer
1. Noun. One who reveals confidential information in return for money.
Specialized synonyms: Canary, Fink, Sneak, Sneaker, Snitch, Snitcher, Stool Pigeon, Stoolie, Stoolpigeon, Copper's Nark, Nark, Grass, Supergrass
Generic synonyms: Informant, Source
Derivative terms: Betray, Betray, Blab, Blabber, Inform, Rat, Squeal
2. Noun. A person who says one thing and does another.
Generic synonyms: Beguiler, Cheat, Cheater, Deceiver, Slicker, Trickster
Specialized synonyms: Judas
Derivative terms: Betray, Double Cross
Definition of Betrayer
1. n. One who, or that which, betrays.
Definition of Betrayer
1. Noun. Someone who betrays, or reveals confidential information; a squealer or informer. ¹
2. Noun. A double-crosser. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Betrayer
1. one that betrays [n -S] - See also: betrays
Lexicographical Neighbors of Betrayer
Literary usage of Betrayer
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. My Bondage and My Freedom by Frederick Douglass (1855)
"Several circumstances seemed to point SANDY out, as our betrayer. His entire
knowledge of our plans—his participation in them—his withdrawal from us—his ..."
2. Memoirs of Napoleon, His Court and Family by Laure Junot Abrantès (1854)
"My mother's illness and long convalescence—My brother and a porter—Watching and
supper—The bath a betrayer—Scene of burglary by night—Terrible ..."
3. A Brief Historical Relation of State Affairs, from September 1678 to April 1714 by Narcissus Luttrell (1857)
"... they never knew any colour he has to chuse both: they call him a betrayer of
their rights, and are resolved to pursue the utmost remedy the law affords; ..."
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