treasonous Definition
involving or guilty of the crime of betraying one's country, especially by attempting to kill or overthrow the sovereign or government.
Using treasonous: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "treasonous" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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He was accused of making a treasonous pact with the enemy.
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The rebels were executed for their treasonous acts against the government.
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The senator's speech was considered treasonous by some.
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The spy was found guilty of treasonous behavior.
treasonous Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for treasonous
Summary: treasonous in Brief
'Treasonous' [ˈtriːzənəs] is an adjective that describes actions or behaviors that involve betraying one's country, often through attempts to overthrow the government or harm the sovereign. Examples include 'The rebels were executed for their treasonous acts against the government.' and 'The senator's speech was considered treasonous by some.' Synonyms include 'traitorous,' 'disloyal,' and 'unpatriotic.'
