betray · verb T /bəˈtreɪ/Full view
betray
B2 to behave in a dishonest or cruel way to someone who trusts you
Dictionary examples:

She felt betrayed by her mother's lack of support.

He promised never to betray her.

Learner example:

He couldn't believe that his best friend had betrayed him. (First Certificate in English; B2; Spanish)

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