treason
noun/ˈtrizən/
Frequency rank: #5,143 most common English word
Meaning
the crime of betraying one's country, especially by helping its enemies.
Example sentence
The soldier was arrested and charged with treason for passing secret documents to the enemy.
Synonyms & related words
Practice this word in the quiz
More words in ranks 5,101–5,200
- tastyHaving a very pleasant or appealing flavor.
- tattoospermanent designs made on the skin by inserting ink with needles.
- teammateA member of the same team.
- testifyTo make a formal statement of truth, especially in a court of law.
- tolerateTo accept or allow something unpleasant without complaining.
- vanillaplain, standard, or lacking special features; also the flavor derived from vanilla beans.
- violeta bluish-purple color, or a small plant with purple or blue flowers.
- activationthe process of making something start working or become active.
- afterwardat a later time; after an event that has already been mentioned.
- applauseApproval or praise expressed by clapping hands.